Serving 899 students in grades 9-13, Gautier High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gautier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gautier High School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Gautier 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 Gautier High School is 0.68, which is more 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
#197 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
7%
Black
42%
45%
White
32%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gautier High School's ranking?
Gautier High School is ranked #197 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Gautier High School often compared to?
Gautier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs High School, Pascagoula High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gautier High School?
The graduation rate of Gautier High School is 91%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gautier High School?
899 students attend Gautier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Gautier High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gautier High School?
Gautier High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gautier High School offer ?
Gautier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gautier High School part of?
Gautier High School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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