Vancleave High School is a "High Performing" public high school located in the unincorporated community of Vancleave, Mississippi, United States. The school serves students in grades 9–12 and is a part of the Jackson County School District in Mississippi. The campus is located on 12424 MS-57 in Vancleave.
Serving 734 students in grades 9-13, Vancleave High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vancleave High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Vancleave High School's student population of 734 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Raise the Standard
School Rankings
Vancleave 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 Vancleave High School is 0.22, 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
#132 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
3%
45%
White
88%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vancleave High School's ranking?
Vancleave High School is ranked #132 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Vancleave High School often compared to?
Vancleave High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vancleave High School?
The graduation rate of Vancleave High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Vancleave High School?
734 students attend Vancleave High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Vancleave High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vancleave High School?
Vancleave High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vancleave High School offer ?
Vancleave High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vancleave High School part of?
Vancleave High School is part of Jackson County School District.
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