Serving 908 students in grades 9-12, Neshoba Central 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 70% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 908 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neshoba Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Neshoba Central High School's student population of 908 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
908 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neshoba Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neshoba Central High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
18%
45%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neshoba Central High School's ranking?
Neshoba Central High School is ranked #264 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Neshoba Central High School often compared to?
Neshoba Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neshoba Central High School?
The graduation rate of Neshoba Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Neshoba Central High School?
908 students attend Neshoba Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Neshoba Central High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neshoba Central High School?
Neshoba Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neshoba Central High School offer ?
Neshoba Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neshoba Central High School part of?
Neshoba Central High School is part of Neshoba County Schools.
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