Serving 455 students in grades 9-12, South Pontotoc High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Pontotoc High School serves the southern part of Pontotoc, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 245.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with some residing up to 17.9 miles away from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pontotoc High School's student population of 455 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Pontotoc High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Pontotoc High School is 0.32, 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
#189 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pontotoc High School's ranking?
South Pontotoc High School is ranked #189 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Pontotoc High School often compared to?
South Pontotoc High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pontotoc High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Pontotoc High School?
The graduation rate of South Pontotoc High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend South Pontotoc High School?
455 students attend South Pontotoc High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of South Pontotoc High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pontotoc High School?
South Pontotoc High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Pontotoc High School offer ?
South Pontotoc High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Pontotoc High School part of?
South Pontotoc High School is part of Pontotoc County School District.
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