Serving 297 students in grades 7-12, West Tallahatchie 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Tallahatchie High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Webb, MS, encompassing approximately 281.3 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 10.5 miles and the furthest edge located 19.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Tallahatchie High School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Tallahatchie 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 West Tallahatchie 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
#612 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1991–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
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 West Tallahatchie High School's ranking?
West Tallahatchie High School is ranked #612 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Tallahatchie High School?
The graduation rate of West Tallahatchie High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend West Tallahatchie High School?
297 students attend West Tallahatchie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Tallahatchie High School students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Tallahatchie High School?
West Tallahatchie High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Tallahatchie High School offer ?
West Tallahatchie High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Tallahatchie High School part of?
West Tallahatchie High School is part of West Tallahatchie School District.
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