Serving 545 students in grades 7-12, Choctaw County High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Choctaw County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Choctaw County High School's student population of 545 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Choctaw County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Choctaw County High School is 0.53, 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
#344 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
45%
47%
White
52%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Choctaw County High School's ranking?
Choctaw County High School is ranked #344 out of 805 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Choctaw County High School?
The graduation rate of Choctaw County High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Choctaw County High School?
545 students attend Choctaw County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Choctaw County High School students are White, 45% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Choctaw County High School?
Choctaw County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Choctaw County High School offer ?
Choctaw County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Choctaw County High School part of?
Choctaw County High School is part of Choctaw Co School District.
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