Purvis High School is a school within the Lamar County School District. It is located at 220 School St., Purvis, Mississippi. The principal is Julie Clinton. The school colors are purple and gold. The school mascot is a tornado, named after the deadly tornado that struck on April 24, 1908.
Serving 613 students in grades 9-13, Purvis High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 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: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purvis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Purvis High School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Purvis High School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purvis 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
#144 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
10%
45%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purvis High School's ranking?
Purvis High School is ranked #144 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Purvis High School often compared to?
Purvis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove High School, Sumrall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Purvis High School?
The graduation rate of Purvis High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Purvis High School?
613 students attend Purvis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Purvis High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purvis High School?
Purvis High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Purvis High School offer ?
Purvis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purvis High School part of?
Purvis High School is part of Lamar County School District.
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