Serving 639 students in grades 9-12, Corinth 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corinth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Corinth High School's student population of 639 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corinth 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 Corinth High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#519 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
5%
Black
28%
47%
White
52%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corinth High School's ranking?
Corinth High School is ranked #519 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Corinth High School often compared to?
Corinth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcorn Central High School, Biggersville High School, Kossuth High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Corinth High School?
The graduation rate of Corinth High School is 95%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Corinth High School?
639 students attend Corinth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Corinth High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corinth High School?
Corinth High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Corinth High School offer ?
Corinth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corinth High School part of?
Corinth High School is part of Corinth School District.
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