Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Wheeler High School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheeler High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wheeler High School's student population of 576 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheeler 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 Wheeler High School is 0.19, 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
#274 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
6%
47%
White
90%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler High School's ranking?
Wheeler High School is ranked #274 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Wheeler High School often compared to?
Wheeler High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biggersville Elementary School, Booneville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheeler High School?
The graduation rate of Wheeler High School is 80%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wheeler High School?
576 students attend Wheeler High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Wheeler High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeler High School?
Wheeler High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wheeler High School offer ?
Wheeler High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Wheeler High School part of?
Wheeler High School is part of Prentiss Co School District.
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