Serving 1,100 students in grades 9-12, Terry 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 42% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 1,100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry High School's student population of 1,100 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Terry High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terry High School is 0.08, 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
#526 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
96%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Terry High School's ranking?
Terry High School is ranked #526 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Terry High School often compared to?
Terry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terry High School?
The graduation rate of Terry High School is 88%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Terry High School?
1,100 students attend Terry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Terry High School students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terry High School?
Terry High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Terry High School offer ?
Terry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terry High School part of?
Terry High School is part of Hinds Co School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
my name is Wallace Sullivan i attend whitten middle school.. i would really like to attend Terry High School for a better lifestyle and to play football i play for my school as a strong safety,, i make a's and b's and maybe one c...
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