Serving 531 students in grades 9-12, Yazoo City 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Yazoo City High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 10 square miles in Yazoo City, MS. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yazoo City High School's student population of 531 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Yazoo City 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 Yazoo City High School is 0.06, 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
#747 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2007–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yazoo City High School's ranking?
Yazoo City High School is ranked #747 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Yazoo City High School often compared to?
Yazoo City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yazoo County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yazoo City High School?
The graduation rate of Yazoo City High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Yazoo City High School?
531 students attend Yazoo City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Yazoo City High School students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yazoo City High School?
Yazoo City High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Yazoo City High School offer ?
Yazoo City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yazoo City High School part of?
Yazoo City High School is part of Ms Achievement SD Of Yazoo City School District.
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