Serving 342 students in grades 9-12, Nettleton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Nettleton High School's student population of 342 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nettleton 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 Nettleton High School is 0.47, 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
#318 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
34%
47%
White
65%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nettleton High School's ranking?
Nettleton High School is ranked #318 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nettleton High School?
The graduation rate of Nettleton High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nettleton High School?
342 students attend Nettleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Nettleton High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nettleton High School?
Nettleton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nettleton High School offer ?
Nettleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nettleton High School part of?
Nettleton High School is part of Nettleton School District.
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