Charleston High School is a public high school in Charleston, Mississippi, United States. In addition to Charleston it serves Tippo.
Serving 272 students in grades 9-12, Charleston High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charleston High School's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charleston 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 Charleston High School is 0.13, 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
#397 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
93%
47%
White
4%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston High School's ranking?
Charleston High School is ranked #397 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?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charleston High School?
The graduation rate of Charleston High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Charleston High School?
272 students attend Charleston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Charleston High School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charleston High School?
Charleston High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charleston High School offer ?
Charleston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charleston High School part of?
Charleston High School is part of East Tallahatchie Consol Sch School District.
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