Excellent
#20 of 863 schools in MS
Top 2% in state
Bay High School
High School · BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST
750 BLUE MEADOW ROAD, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#20 of 863
In Bay St. Louis
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Bay High School
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About Bay High School
Bay High School is a public high school in Bay St. Louis, MS, part of BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST. Bay High School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
Bay High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 863 schools in MS. Structured state assessment records for Bay High School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- MS avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Bay High School — Students at Bay High School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Bay High School Compares
See how Bay High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
750 BLUE MEADOW ROAD, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), a more accessible option. Another option is OUR LADY ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST STANISLAUS (rated 6.4/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bay St. Louis, see our Bay St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Waveland Middle School Bay St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| DOMINION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC. Bay St. Louis | 1.5 mi | — |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY ACADEMY Bay St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST STANISLAUS Bay St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| WAVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waveland | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pass Christian | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian | 5.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 6.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kiln | 6.7 mi | 8.2 |
| HANCOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Kiln | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HANCOCK HIGH SCHOOL Kiln | 6.9 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTH HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 6.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 8.3 mi | 9.0 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach | 8.9 mi | 9.0 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 10.4 mi | 7.4 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 11.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,139
Median Home Value
$202,600
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
15,471
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
48.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison, MS | 8.6 |
| MCLAURIN ATTENDANCE CENTER Florence, MS | 8.5 |
| KEMPER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Dekalb, MS | 8.3 |
| ROSA FORT HIGH SCHOOL Tunica, MS | 8.3 |
| PISGAH HIGH SCHOOL Brandon, MS | 8.2 |
| RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL Ripley, MS | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay High School
What grades does Bay High School serve?
Bay High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bay High School?
Bay High School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bay High School rank in MS?
Bay High School ranks #20 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Bay High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bay High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay High School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bay High School a charter school?
No, Bay High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bay High School a Title I school?
No, Bay High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay High School?
100.0% of students at Bay High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Hancock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.6%
- Phone
- (228) 467-6611
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 1,678
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,298
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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