Serving 370 students in grades 9-12, Booneville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booneville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Booneville High School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Together We’re Better”
School Rankings
Booneville 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 Booneville High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
24%
45%
White
65%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booneville High School's ranking?
Booneville High School is ranked #271 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Booneville High School often compared to?
Booneville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jumpertown School, Wheeler High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Booneville High School?
The graduation rate of Booneville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Booneville High School?
370 students attend Booneville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Booneville High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booneville High School?
Booneville High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Booneville High School offer ?
Booneville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Booneville High School part of?
Booneville High School is part of Booneville School District.
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