For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,321 students in Petal, MS.
The top-ranked public high school in Petal, MS is Petal High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Petal, MS public high school have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Petal have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Mississippi public high schools.
Petal, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Petal High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 57% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Petal, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Petal High School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1145 Highway 42 E
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 545-1229
Petal, MS 39465
(601) 545-1229
Gr: 9-13 | 1,321 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Petal, MS?
The top-ranked public high schools in Petal, MS include Petal High School.
How many public high schools are located in Petal?
1 public high schools are located in Petal.
What is the racial composition of students in Petal?
Petal public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 57% (majority Black).
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