Ocean Springs High School is an IB-certified public high school in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. The school serves students in grades 9–12 and is part of the Ocean Springs School District. In addition to Ocean Springs it serves Gulf Park Estates and a portion of Gautier.
Serving 1,926 students in grades 9-13, Ocean Springs High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ocean Springs High School's student population of 1,926 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,926 students
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean Springs High School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Springs High School is 0.49, 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
#9 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
13%
45%
White
70%
40%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Springs High School's ranking?
Ocean Springs High School is ranked #9 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Ocean Springs High School often compared to?
Ocean Springs 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?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ocean Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Ocean Springs High School is 93%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ocean Springs High School?
1,926 students attend Ocean Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ocean Springs High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Springs High School?
Ocean Springs High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocean Springs High School offer ?
Ocean Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocean Springs High School part of?
Ocean Springs High School is part of Ocean Springs School District.
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