Serving 2,001 students in grades 9-12, Tupelo High School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 67% 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: 2,001 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tupelo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Tupelo High School's student population of 2,001 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,001 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tupelo 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 Tupelo High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#120 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
8%
5%
Black
52%
47%
White
33%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
43%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tupelo High School's ranking?
Tupelo High School is ranked #120 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Tupelo High School often compared to?
Tupelo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford High School, Saltillo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tupelo High School?
The graduation rate of Tupelo High School is 86%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tupelo High School?
2,001 students attend Tupelo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Tupelo High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tupelo High School?
Tupelo High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tupelo High School offer ?
Tupelo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tupelo High School part of?
Tupelo High School is part of Tupelo Public School District.
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