Clinton High School is a suburban public high school located in Clinton, Mississippi, United States, serving grades 10–12.
Serving 1,334 students in grades 10-13, Clinton High School ranks in the top 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 <50% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-13
- Enrollment: 1,334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clinton High School's student population of 1,334 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clinton 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 Clinton 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
#253 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
60%
45%
White
30%
40%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Arrows
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton High School's ranking?
Clinton High School is ranked #253 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clinton High School often compared to?
Clinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumner Hill Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clinton High School?
The graduation rate of Clinton High School is 92%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Clinton High School?
1,334 students attend Clinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Clinton High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton High School?
Clinton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clinton High School offer ?
Clinton High School offers enrollment in grades 10-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clinton High School part of?
Clinton High School is part of Clinton Public School District.
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