Serving 398 students in grades 7-12, Water Valley 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 52% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Water Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Water Valley High School's student population of 398 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Water Valley 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 Water Valley 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
#380 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
22%
45%
White
13%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
62%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Water Valley High School's ranking?
Water Valley High School is ranked #380 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Water Valley High School often compared to?
Water Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coffeeville High School, Davidson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Water Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Water Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Water Valley High School?
398 students attend Water Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Water Valley High School students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Water Valley High School?
Water Valley High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Water Valley High School offer ?
Water Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Water Valley High School part of?
Water Valley High School is part of Water Valley School District.
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