1123 Golf Course Road
Philadelphia, MS 39350
Rating
:
8/
10
Top 30%
Tel: (601) 656-3654
Serving 981 students in grades 9-12,Neshoba Central High School ranks in the top 30% 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 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
Graduation Rate
: 93% (Top 20% in MS)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%Math Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 10%)Reading Proficiency
: 41% (Top 50%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neshoba Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 10%)
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 20%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 20%)
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%)
School Overview
Neshoba Central High School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
981 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neshoba Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neshoba Central High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms
This School
State Level (MS)
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
18%
47%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score
0.59
0.60
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Neshoba County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neshoba Central High School's ranking?
Neshoba Central High School is ranked #215 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Neshoba Central High School often compared to?
Neshoba Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia 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 47% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neshoba Central High School?
The graduation rate of Neshoba Central High School is 93%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Neshoba Central High School?
981 students attend Neshoba Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Neshoba Central High School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neshoba Central High School?
Neshoba Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neshoba Central High School offer ?
Neshoba Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Neshoba Central High School part of?
Neshoba Central High School is part of Neshoba County School District.
Nearby Public Schools
Popular comparisons: Neshoba Central High School vs. Philadelphia High School
The nearest high school to Neshoba Central High School is Philadelphia High School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest middle school is Neshoba Central Middle School (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Neshoba Central Elementary School (1.0 miles away)
Show me:
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Neshoba Central Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
Grades: PK-5 | 1,346 students 1 miles 1002 St Francis Drive
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 656-2182
1
PK-5
1,346
Neshoba Central Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
Grades: 6-8 | 764 students 1 miles 1000 St. Francis Drive
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 656-4636
1
6-8
764
Philadelphia Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: PK-6 | 448 students 1.1 miles 406 Stribling Street
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 656-1623
1.1
PK-6
448
Philadelphia High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: 7-12 | 378 students 1.2 miles 248 Byrd Ave.
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 656-2672
1.2
7-12
378
Tucker Elementary School
Grades: K-8 | 132 students 4.8 miles 126 East Tucker Circle
Philadelphia, MS 39350
(601) 656-8775
4.8
K-8
132
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
Graduation Rate
: 93% (Top 20%)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%Math Proficiency
: 75-79% (Top 10%)Reading Proficiency
: 41% (Top 50%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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