Serving 343 students in grades 7-12, Puckett High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puckett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Puckett High School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Puckett High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puckett High School is 0.36, 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
#266 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
19%
45%
White
78%
40%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puckett High School's ranking?
Puckett High School is ranked #266 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Puckett High School?
The graduation rate of Puckett High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Puckett High School?
343 students attend Puckett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Puckett High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Puckett High School?
Puckett High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Puckett High School offer ?
Puckett High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puckett High School part of?
Puckett High School is part of Rankin County School District.
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