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#582 of 863 schools in MS
Gentry High School
High School · SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT
801 B.B. King Road, Indianola, MS 38751
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
10th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#582 of 863
In Indianola
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Gentry High School
High School in Indianola · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gentry High School
Gentry High School is a public high school in Indianola, MS, part of SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gentry High School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gentry High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #582 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Gentry High School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gentry High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
61% of students at Gentry High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gentry High School — Students at Gentry High School score 19% proficient, which is below 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 19 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Gentry High School Compares
See how Gentry 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
801 B.B. King Road, Indianola, MS 38751
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gentry High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THOMAS E. EDWARDS SR. HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Ruleville), which scores notably higher. Another option is LELAND HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Leland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Belzoni), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Indianola, see our Indianola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Indianola | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| ROBERT L MERRITT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Indianola | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| LOCKARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Indianola | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| RESTORATION MINISTRIES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianola | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| MOORHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL Moorhead | 7.5 mi | 4.5 |
| ROSSER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Moorhead | 8.2 mi | 7.7 |
| EDNA M SCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Leland | 14.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LELAND HIGH SCHOOL Leland | 14.8 mi | 5.9 |
| LELAND SCHOOL PARK Leland | 14.9 mi | 9.4 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boyle | 18.6 mi | 9.0 |
| O.M. MCNAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Belzoni | 19.6 mi | 3.3 |
| RULEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Ruleville | 20.2 mi | 8.7 |
| IDA GREENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belzoni | 19.7 mi | 2.5 |
| HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Belzoni | 19.9 mi | 5.9 |
| THOMAS E. EDWARDS SR. HIGH SCHOOL Ruleville | 20.5 mi | 7.0 |
| RULEVILLE CENTRAL ELEM SCHOOL Ruleville | 20.6 mi | 7.1 |
| NAILOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cleveland | 20.8 mi | 5.9 |
| D.M. SMITH ELEMENTARY Cleveland | 20.9 mi | 7.8 |
| HUMPHREYS ACADEMY Belzoni | 20.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CLEVELAND CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cleveland | 20.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,965
Median Home Value
$126,200
Median Rent
$760/mo
Population
10,255
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
29%
Median Age
36.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOONEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Booneville, MS | 5.5 |
| SENATOBIA HIGH SCHOOL Senatobia, MS | 5.5 |
| JDC HIGH SCHOOL Bassfield, MS | 5.7 |
| WEST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Collinsville, MS | 5.7 |
| ITAWAMBA AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL Fulton, MS | 5.4 |
| NORTH PANOLA HIGH SCHOOL Sardis, MS | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gentry High School
What grades does Gentry High School serve?
Gentry High School serves students in grades 10th through 12th.
How many students attend Gentry High School?
Gentry High School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gentry High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gentry High School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gentry High School rank in MS?
Gentry High School ranks #582 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Gentry High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gentry High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Gentry High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gentry High School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).
Is Gentry High School a charter school?
No, Gentry High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gentry High School a Title I school?
No, Gentry High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gentry High School?
100.0% of students at Gentry 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
- 10th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Sunflower County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.0%
- Phone
- (662) 884-1240
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
SUNFLOWER CTY CONS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,863
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,163
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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