Serving 479 students in grades 9-12, South Pontotoc High School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pontotoc High School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Pontotoc 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 South Pontotoc High School is 0.27, 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
#197 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
7%
47%
White
85%
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
51%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
48%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pontotoc High School's ranking?
South Pontotoc High School is ranked #197 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Pontotoc High School?
The graduation rate of South Pontotoc High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Pontotoc High School?
479 students attend South Pontotoc High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Pontotoc High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pontotoc High School?
South Pontotoc High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Pontotoc High School offer ?
South Pontotoc High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Pontotoc High School part of?
South Pontotoc High School is part of Pontotoc Co School District.
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