Serving 937 students in grades 9-13, Saltillo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 937 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saltillo High School serves the northern part of Saltillo, MS, covering an area of approximately 152.9 square miles. Families typically reside within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saltillo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Saltillo High School's student population of 937 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
937 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saltillo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saltillo High School is 0.43, 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
#244 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saltillo High School's ranking?
Saltillo High School is ranked #244 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Saltillo High School often compared to?
Saltillo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tupelo High School, Shannon High School, Mooreville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saltillo High School?
The graduation rate of Saltillo High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Saltillo High School?
937 students attend Saltillo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Saltillo High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saltillo High School?
Saltillo High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Saltillo High School offer ?
Saltillo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saltillo High School part of?
Saltillo High School is part of Lee County School District.
School Reviews
Review Saltillo High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
