Serving 281 students in grades 7-12, Richton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richton High School serves the entire Richton, MS district, encompassing approximately 123.6 square miles. Most families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 8.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richton High School's student population of 281 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Rebels
School Rankings
Richton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richton High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
25%
45%
White
65%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebels
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richton High School's ranking?
Richton High School is ranked #431 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richton High School?
The graduation rate of Richton High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richton High School?
281 students attend Richton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Richton High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richton High School?
Richton High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richton High School offer ?
Richton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richton High School part of?
Richton High School is part of Richton School District.
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