Serving 1,172 students in grades 9-12, South Panola High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Panola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Panola High School's student population of 1,172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
School Rankings
South Panola High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Panola High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
59%
47%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Panola High School's ranking?
South Panola High School is ranked #239 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Panola High School often compared to?
South Panola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Panola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Panola High School?
The graduation rate of South Panola High School is 88%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Panola High School?
1,172 students attend South Panola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of South Panola High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Panola High School?
South Panola High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Panola High School offer ?
South Panola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Panola High School part of?
South Panola High School is part of South Panola School District.
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