Serving 1,226 students in grades 10-12, Clinton High School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,226 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clinton High School's student population of 1,226 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clinton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton High School is 0.57, 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
#205 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
57%
47%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
53%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton High School's ranking?
Clinton High School is ranked #205 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clinton High School often compared to?
Clinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumner Hill Jr Hi School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clinton High School?
The graduation rate of Clinton High School is 93%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Clinton High School?
1,226 students attend Clinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Clinton High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton High School?
Clinton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clinton High School offer ?
Clinton High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Clinton High School part of?
Clinton High School is part of Clinton Public School District.
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