Serving 811 students in grades 9-12, Greenville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Greenville High School's student population of 811 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
811 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenville High School is 0.00, 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
#720 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenville High School's ranking?
Greenville High School is ranked #720 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Greenville High School often compared to?
Greenville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like O'bannon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Greenville High School?
The graduation rate of Greenville High School is 77%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Greenville High School?
811 students attend Greenville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Greenville High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenville High School?
Greenville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenville High School offer ?
Greenville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Greenville High School part of?
Greenville High School is part of Greenville School District.
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