Serving 1,127 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,127 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Terry High School serves the southeastern part of its school district in Terry, MS, covering an area of approximately 121.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry High School's student population of 1,127 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
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 0.13, 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
#526 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
#BULLDOGPRIDE
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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 89.4%.
How many students attend Terry High School?
1,127 students attend Terry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Terry High School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 14:1.
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 County School District.
School Reviews
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