Tupelo High School is the only public high school in Tupelo, Mississippi. The campus consists of fourteen buildings, including a Performing Arts Center, separate buildings for social studies, English, math, sciences, fine arts, and a self-contained grade-9 building.
Serving 2,123 students in grades 9-12, Tupelo High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tupelo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Tupelo High School's student population of 2,123 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,123 students
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Year Founded
1914
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tupelo High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tupelo High School is 0.62, 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
#170 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
51%
45%
White
33%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Wave
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tupelo High School's ranking?
Tupelo High School is ranked #170 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Tupelo High School often compared to?
Tupelo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oxford High School, Saltillo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tupelo High School?
The graduation rate of Tupelo High School is 88%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tupelo High School?
2,123 students attend Tupelo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tupelo High School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tupelo High School?
Tupelo High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tupelo High School offer ?
Tupelo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tupelo High School part of?
Tupelo High School is part of Tupelo Public School District.
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