Serving 446 students in grades 9-12, Greene County High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greene County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greene County High School's student population of 446 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Greene County High School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greene County High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
20%
45%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
32%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Greene County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greene County High School's ranking?
Greene County High School is ranked #101 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Greene County High School often compared to?
Greene County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 Greene County High School?
The graduation rate of Greene County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Greene County High School?
446 students attend Greene County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Greene County High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greene County High School?
Greene County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Greene County High School offer ?
Greene County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greene County High School part of?
Greene County High School is part of Greene County Schools.
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