Serving 366 students in grades 9-13, Southeast Lauderdale 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Lauderdale High School serves the southeastern part of Meridian, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 151.1 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeast Lauderdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Southeast Lauderdale High School's student population of 366 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Lauderdale 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 Southeast Lauderdale High School is 0.55, 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
#250 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
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
≥95%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Southeast Lauderdale High School's ranking?
Southeast Lauderdale High School is ranked #250 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Southeast Lauderdale High School often compared to?
Southeast Lauderdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lauderdale High School, Clarkdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southeast Lauderdale High School?
The graduation rate of Southeast Lauderdale High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Southeast Lauderdale High School?
366 students attend Southeast Lauderdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Southeast Lauderdale High School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Lauderdale High School?
Southeast Lauderdale High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Lauderdale High School offer ?
Southeast Lauderdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Lauderdale High School part of?
Southeast Lauderdale High School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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