Serving 486 students in grades 9-13, North Pontotoc 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Pontotoc High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Pontotoc High School's student population of 486 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Vikings
School Rankings
North Pontotoc 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 North Pontotoc High School is 0.49, 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
#299 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
10%
45%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pontotoc County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pontotoc High School's ranking?
North Pontotoc High School is ranked #299 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Pontotoc High School?
The graduation rate of North Pontotoc High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend North Pontotoc High School?
486 students attend North Pontotoc High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North Pontotoc High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Pontotoc High School?
North Pontotoc High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Pontotoc High School offer ?
North Pontotoc High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Pontotoc High School part of?
North Pontotoc High School is part of Pontotoc County School District.
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