Serving 231 students in grades 9-12, Lake 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Lake High School's student population of 231 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
'Empowering ALL to Achieve Excellence'
School Rankings
Lake 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 Lake High School is 0.59, 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
#481 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
44%
45%
White
46%
40%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.3%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake High School's ranking?
Lake High School is ranked #481 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lake High School often compared to?
Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton High School, Forest High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Lake High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lake High School?
231 students attend Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lake High School students are White, 44% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake High School?
Lake High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake High School offer ?
Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake High School part of?
Lake High School is part of Scott County School District.
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