Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Wheeler High School ranks in the top 30% 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 69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wheeler High School's student population of 609 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheeler High School is 0.20, 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
#203 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
5%
47%
White
89%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Wheeler High School's ranking?
Wheeler High School is ranked #203 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Wheeler High School often compared to?
Wheeler High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biggersville Elementary School, Booneville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeler High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeler High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wheeler High School?
609 students attend Wheeler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wheeler High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeler High School?
Wheeler High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheeler High School offer ?
Wheeler High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheeler High School part of?
Wheeler High School is part of Prentiss Co School District.
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