Serving 455 students in grades 9-12, Moss Point High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moss Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Moss Point High School's student population of 455 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moss Point High School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moss Point High School is 0.39, 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
#121 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
77%
47%
White
14%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moss Point High School's ranking?
Moss Point High School is ranked #121 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Moss Point High School often compared to?
Moss Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gautier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moss Point High School?
The graduation rate of Moss Point High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Moss Point High School?
455 students attend Moss Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Moss Point High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moss Point High School?
Moss Point High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moss Point High School offer ?
Moss Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moss Point High School part of?
Moss Point High School is part of Moss Point Separate School District.
School Reviews
3 3/16/2020
Amazing school 5 out of 5 stars.
2 9/26/2007
Academic programs are generally weak.
Music, art and drama are terrible, sports are king, particularly football.
The facilitiy is old, unattractive, and very poorly maintained. Violence is on the increase. Parents only complain about what children do not get, they are never positive forces. In spite of many gifts of equipment to the school, they are not making any progress in their ability to truly educate, and produce well rounded students.
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