Serving 493 students in grades 9-12, Moss Point High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moss Point High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Moss Point High School's student population of 493 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Challenge. Achieve. Succeed.
School Rankings
Moss Point High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moss Point High School is 0.40, 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
#176 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
76%
47%
White
14%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
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 Moss Point High School's ranking?
Moss Point High School is ranked #176 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Moss Point High School often compared to?
Moss Point High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gautier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moss Point High School?
The graduation rate of Moss Point High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Moss Point High School?
493 students attend Moss Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Moss Point High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moss Point High School?
Moss Point High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moss Point High School offer ?
Moss Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moss Point High School part of?
Moss Point High School is part of Moss Point Separate School District.
School Reviews
3 3/16/2020
Amazing school 5 out of 5 stars.
2 9/26/2007
Academic programs are generally weak.
Music, art and drama are terrible, sports are king, particularly football.
The facilitiy is old, unattractive, and very poorly maintained. Violence is on the increase. Parents only complain about what children do not get, they are never positive forces. In spite of many gifts of equipment to the school, they are not making any progress in their ability to truly educate, and produce well rounded students.
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