Serving 775 students in grades 9-12, Wayne County 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 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Waynesboro, MS, encompassing approximately 813.5 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayne County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wayne County High School's student population of 775 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Wayne County School District is to provide all students with the skills and knowledge that are necessary to prepare them for success in college, the workforce, and to prepare them to be responsible citizens and lifelong learners.
School Rankings
Wayne County 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 Wayne County 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
#334 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
53%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
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
85-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Wayne County High School's ranking?
Wayne County High School is ranked #334 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wayne County High School?
The graduation rate of Wayne County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Wayne County High School?
775 students attend Wayne County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wayne County High School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne County High School?
Wayne County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayne County High School offer ?
Wayne County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne County High School part of?
Wayne County High School is part of Wayne County School District.
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