Serving 404 students in grades 7-12, Strayhorn High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 37% 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: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strayhorn High School's student population of 404 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
#TogetherAchievingTeamExcellence
School Rankings
Strayhorn High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strayhorn High School is 0.55, 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
#425 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
21%
45%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strayhorn High School's ranking?
Strayhorn High School is ranked #425 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Strayhorn High School often compared to?
Strayhorn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence High School, Alcorn Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Strayhorn High School?
The graduation rate of Strayhorn High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Strayhorn High School?
404 students attend Strayhorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Strayhorn High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% 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 Strayhorn High School?
Strayhorn High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strayhorn High School offer ?
Strayhorn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Strayhorn High School part of?
Strayhorn High School is part of Tate County School District.
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