Okolona High School is a public high school located in Okolona, Mississippi, United States. It serves grades 9–12. It is part of the Okolona Municipal Separate School District. The school nickname is "The Chieftains".
Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Okolona High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Okolona High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Okolona High School's student population of 161 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Better Every Day, The Chieftain Way
School Rankings
Okolona 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 Okolona High School is 0.12, 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
#422 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
94%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chieftains
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Okolona High School's ranking?
Okolona High School is ranked #422 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Okolona High School?
The graduation rate of Okolona High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Okolona High School?
161 students attend Okolona High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Okolona High School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Okolona High School?
Okolona High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Okolona High School offer ?
Okolona High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Okolona High School part of?
Okolona High School is part of Okolona Separate School District.
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