Serving 354 students in grades 5-13, Potts Camp 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 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-13
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potts Camp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Potts Camp High School's student population of 354 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potts Camp 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 Potts Camp High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#631 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
16%
45%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
52%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potts Camp High School's ranking?
Potts Camp High School is ranked #631 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Potts Camp High School often compared to?
Potts Camp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Byhalia High School, Holly Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potts Camp High School?
The graduation rate of Potts Camp High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Potts Camp High School?
354 students attend Potts Camp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Potts Camp High School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potts Camp High School?
Potts Camp High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Potts Camp High School offer ?
Potts Camp High School offers enrollment in grades 5-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Potts Camp High School part of?
Potts Camp High School is part of Marshall County School District.
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