Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, Port Gibson High School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Gibson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Port Gibson High School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Port Gibson High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Gibson High School is 0.37, 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
#472 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
77%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Claiborne County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Gibson High School's ranking?
Port Gibson High School is ranked #472 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Gibson High School?
The graduation rate of Port Gibson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Port Gibson High School?
381 students attend Port Gibson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Port Gibson High School students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Gibson High School?
Port Gibson High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Gibson High School offer ?
Port Gibson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Gibson High School part of?
Port Gibson High School is part of Claiborne County School District.
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