Serving 1,850 students in grades 9-12, Southaven 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 71% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 79% 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: 1,850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southaven High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Southaven High School's student population of 1,850 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southaven 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 Southaven High School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#253 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
5%
Black
59%
47%
White
21%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
35%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southaven High School's ranking?
Southaven High School is ranked #253 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Southaven High School often compared to?
Southaven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horn Lake High School, Desoto Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southaven High School?
The graduation rate of Southaven High School is 87%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Southaven High School?
1,850 students attend Southaven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Southaven High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southaven High School?
Southaven High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southaven High School offer ?
Southaven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Southaven High School part of?
Southaven High School is part of Desoto Co School District.
In what neighborhood is Southaven High School located?
Southaven High School is located in the West End neighborhood of Southaven, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in West End.
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