Serving 605 students in grades 9-12, Tishomingo County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tishomingo County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tishomingo County High School's student population of 605 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Motto
Together we strive to prepare every student to be productive citizens by ensuring excellence.
School Mascot
Braves
School Rankings
Tishomingo County 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 Tishomingo County High School is 0.19, 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
#131 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
2%
47%
White
90%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Braves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tishomingo County High School's ranking?
Tishomingo County High School is ranked #131 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Tishomingo County High School often compared to?
Tishomingo County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tishomingo County High School?
The graduation rate of Tishomingo County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tishomingo County High School?
605 students attend Tishomingo County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tishomingo County High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tishomingo County High School?
Tishomingo County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tishomingo County High School offer ?
Tishomingo County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tishomingo County High School part of?
Tishomingo County High School is part of Tishomingo Co Special Mun Sch School District.
School Reviews
5 10/19/2009
I currently moved here to Tishomingo County High School and I have really enjoyed it. The teachers and staff are very kind and helpful. The students are nice and funny. The teachers here actually care and want to help you and help keep your grades up. I love this school and its better than the school i went to up to my ninth grade year second semester.
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