Serving 451 students in grades 9-12, South Pike Senior High School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pike Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Pike Senior High School's student population of 451 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Pike Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Pike Senior High School is 0.17, 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
#441 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
91%
47%
White
7%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pike Senior High School's ranking?
South Pike Senior High School is ranked #441 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Pike Senior High School often compared to?
South Pike Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccomb High School, North Pike Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 South Pike Senior High School?
The graduation rate of South Pike Senior High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Pike Senior High School?
451 students attend South Pike Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of South Pike Senior High School students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pike Senior High School?
South Pike Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Pike Senior High School offer ?
South Pike Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Pike Senior High School part of?
South Pike Senior High School is part of South Pike School District.
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