Hancock High School is a grade 9???2 public high school located in Kiln, Mississippi, United States, less than 60 miles from New Orleans. It is under the jurisdiction of the Hancock County School District.
Serving 1,183 students in grades 9-13, Hancock High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,183 students
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hancock High School's student population of 1,183 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,183 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
74 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Navy Blue, Red
School Rankings
Hancock High School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock High School is 0.32, 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
#67 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
8%
45%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock High School's ranking?
Hancock High School is ranked #67 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hancock High School often compared to?
Hancock High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hancock High School?
The graduation rate of Hancock High School is 88%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hancock High School?
1,183 students attend Hancock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hancock High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Hancock High School offer ?
Hancock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock High School part of?
Hancock High School is part of Hancock School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Amazing staff and teachers. 10/10 would recommend
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