Serving 534 students in grades 9-13, West Lauderdale 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 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lauderdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Lauderdale High School's student population of 534 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
West Lauderdale 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 West Lauderdale High School is 0.45, 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)
85-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
19%
45%
White
72%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lauderdale County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lauderdale High School's ranking?
West Lauderdale High School is ranked #101 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Lauderdale High School often compared to?
West Lauderdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Lauderdale High School, Clarkdale 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 West Lauderdale High School?
The graduation rate of West Lauderdale High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend West Lauderdale High School?
534 students attend West Lauderdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Lauderdale High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% 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 West Lauderdale High School?
West Lauderdale High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lauderdale High School offer ?
West Lauderdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lauderdale High School part of?
West Lauderdale High School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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