Serving 793 students in grades 9-12, East Central High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Central 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
School Overview
East Central High School's student population of 793 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
East Central 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 East Central High School is 0.13, which is less 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
#23 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
4%
47%
White
93%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 East Central High School's ranking?
East Central High School is ranked #23 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Central High School often compared to?
East Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancleave High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Central High School?
The graduation rate of East Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend East Central High School?
793 students attend East Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Central High School?
East Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Central High School offer ?
East Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Central High School part of?
East Central High School is part of Jackson Co School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
My son has gone here for 4 years and just got his ACT scores back and pulled a 30.... 34 in the reading category. The set standards and keep them.
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