Serving 1,054 students in grades 9-12, Center Hill High School ranks in the top 10% 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 78% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Hill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Center Hill High School's student population of 1,054 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Center Hill High School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Hill High School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
52%
47%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Hill High School's ranking?
Center Hill High School is ranked #56 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Center Hill High School often compared to?
Center Hill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisburg High School, Desoto Central High School, Hernando High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Center Hill High School?
The graduation rate of Center Hill High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Center Hill High School?
1,054 students attend Center Hill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Center Hill High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Hill High School?
Center Hill High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Center Hill High School offer ?
Center Hill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center Hill High School part of?
Center Hill High School is part of Desoto Co School District.
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