St. Martin High School is a suburban public high school located in the unincorporated community of St. Martin, Mississippi, United States, with an Ocean Springs postal address. It is part of the Jackson County School District.
Serving 1,285 students in grades 9-13, St. Martin High School ranks in the top 20% 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 79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 1,285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Martin High School serves the southwest portion of Ocean Springs, MS, covering an area of approximately 81.7 square miles. Most families are within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Martin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Martin High School's student population of 1,285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Raising the standard
School Rankings
St. Martin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Martin High School is 0.61, 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
#80 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Martin High School's ranking?
St. Martin High School is ranked #80 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin High School often compared to?
St. Martin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs High School, Vancleave High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Martin High School?
The graduation rate of St. Martin High School is 91%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend St. Martin High School?
1,285 students attend St. Martin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of St. Martin High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Martin High School?
St. Martin High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Martin High School offer ?
St. Martin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin High School part of?
St. Martin High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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