Northwest Rankin High School is a suburban public high school located in Flowood, Mississippi, United States. The school serves grades 9-12 and is part of the Rankin County School District. The school's attendance was approximately 1,700 students at the 2018 campus census.
Serving 1,894 students in grades 9-12, Northwest Rankin High School ranks in the top 20% 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 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,894 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Rankin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Northwest Rankin High School's student population of 1,894 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Northwest Rankin High School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Rankin High School is 0.60, 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
#117 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
32%
47%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Rankin High School's ranking?
Northwest Rankin High School is ranked #117 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northwest Rankin High School often compared to?
Northwest Rankin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwest Rankin High School?
The graduation rate of Northwest Rankin High School is 89%, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Northwest Rankin High School?
1,894 students attend Northwest Rankin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Northwest Rankin High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Rankin High School?
Northwest Rankin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northwest Rankin High School offer ?
Northwest Rankin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Rankin High School part of?
Northwest Rankin High School is part of Rankin Co School District.
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