Serving 336 students in grades 7-12, Pelahatchie 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelahatchie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pelahatchie High School's student population of 336 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelahatchie 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 Pelahatchie High School is 0.50, 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
#391 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
22%
45%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelahatchie High School's ranking?
Pelahatchie High School is ranked #391 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pelahatchie High School often compared to?
Pelahatchie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelahatchie High School?
The graduation rate of Pelahatchie High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Pelahatchie High School?
336 students attend Pelahatchie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pelahatchie High School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelahatchie High School?
Pelahatchie High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pelahatchie High School offer ?
Pelahatchie High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelahatchie High School part of?
Pelahatchie High School is part of Rankin County School District.
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