Serving 1,250 students in grades 9-12, St Martin High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St Martin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St Martin High School's student population of 1,250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St Martin High School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St Martin High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
1%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
20%
47%
White
64%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St Martin High School's ranking?
St Martin High School is ranked #66 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St Martin High School often compared to?
St Martin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs High School, Vancleave High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of St Martin High School?
The graduation rate of St Martin High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend St Martin High School?
1,250 students attend St Martin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of St Martin High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St Martin High School?
St Martin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does St Martin High School offer ?
St Martin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is St Martin High School part of?
St Martin High School is part of Jackson Co School Dist School District.
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