Serving 186 students in grades 9-12, South Delta High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Delta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Delta High School's student population of 186 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Delta High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Delta High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#748 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
98%
47%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Delta High School's ranking?
South Delta High School is ranked #748 out of 805 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Delta High School?
The graduation rate of South Delta High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Delta High School?
186 students attend South Delta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of South Delta High School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Delta High School?
South Delta High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Delta High School offer ?
South Delta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Delta High School part of?
South Delta High School is part of South Delta School District.
School Reviews
2 9/26/2007
i don't think that schol is recommended for no parents because of the abuse and neglect that the students endure from the staff. they are always talking about how the children are but it is the staff as well because if they come in with a positive attitude then they will get that feed back in return. these are young adults so lets start treating them like that. my child and no other child should have to endure abuse especially if they are trying to escape it from home and have to come to school and get the same treatment.
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