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Oak Grove High School

5198 Old Highway11
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 1,772 students in grades 9-12, Oak Grove High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,772 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 90% (Btm 50% in MS)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oak Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

School Overview

Oak Grove High School's student population of 1,772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers

School Rankings

Oak Grove High School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove 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.
This School
State Level (MS)
#48 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
79%
52%
59%
42%
63%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
40%
47%
White
45%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Oak Grove High School's ranking?
Oak Grove High School is ranked #48 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oak Grove High School often compared to?
Oak Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petal High School, Purvis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oak Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Oak Grove High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Oak Grove High School?
1,772 students attend Oak Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Oak Grove High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove High School?
Oak Grove High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Grove High School offer ?
Oak Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove High School part of?
Oak Grove High School is part of Lamar County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,772 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : 90% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 63% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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