Gulfport High School is a public high school located in Gulfport, Mississippi, United States. It is part of the Gulfport School District. In 2019, Gulfport High was given a B-rating from the Mississippi Statewide Accountability System. The mascot is the Admiral. School colors are royal blue, orange, and white.
Serving 1,702 students in grades 9-12, Gulfport High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gulfport High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gulfport High School's student population of 1,702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Royal blue, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
Anchored in Excellence
School Rankings
Gulfport High School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gulfport High School is 0.62, 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
#39 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
50%
45%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gulfport School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Admirals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gulfport High School's ranking?
Gulfport High School is ranked #39 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Gulfport High School often compared to?
Gulfport High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biloxi High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gulfport High School?
The graduation rate of Gulfport High School is 87%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gulfport High School?
1,702 students attend Gulfport High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gulfport High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gulfport High School?
Gulfport High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gulfport High School offer ?
Gulfport High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gulfport High School part of?
Gulfport High School is part of Gulfport School District.
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