Serving 988 students in grades 9-12, Hattiesburg 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 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 988 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hattiesburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hattiesburg High School's student population of 988 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
988 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
90%
47%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
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 Hattiesburg High School's ranking?
Hattiesburg High School is ranked #319 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hattiesburg High School?
The graduation rate of Hattiesburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hattiesburg High School?
988 students attend Hattiesburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hattiesburg High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hattiesburg High School?
Hattiesburg High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hattiesburg High School offer ?
Hattiesburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hattiesburg High School part of?
Hattiesburg High School is part of Hattiesburg 51±¬ÁÏ District.
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