Very Good
#214 of 863 schools in MS
Top 25% in state
Houston High School
High School · CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST
P. O. Box 568, Houston, MS 38851
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#214 of 863
In Houston
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Houston High School
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About Houston High School
Houston High School is a public high school in Houston, MS, part of CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST. Houston High School serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Houston High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #214 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Houston High School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Houston High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Houston High School — Students at Houston High School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Houston High School Compares
See how Houston High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P. O. Box 568, Houston, MS 38851
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houston High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OKOLONA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Okolona), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BRUCE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Bruce), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CALHOUN CITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Calhoun City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Houston | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| HOUSTON LOWER ELEMENTARY Houston | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| HOUSTON UPPER ELEMENTARY Houston | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| HOULKA ATTENDANCE CENTER Houston | 10.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WEST CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluff | 11.7 mi | 8.7 |
| OKOLONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okolona | 15.8 mi | 8.1 |
| OKOLONA HIGH SCHOOL Okolona | 16.2 mi | 8.5 |
| OKOLONA MIDDLE SCHOOL Okolona | 16.2 mi | 7.1 |
| EAST WEBSTER HIGH SCHOOL Maben | 19.2 mi | 4.3 |
| HEBRON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pheba | 19.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CALHOUN CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Calhoun City | 18.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CALHOUN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Calhoun City | 18.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CALHOUN ACADEMY Calhoun City | 19.0 mi | 5.0 |
| South Pontotoc High School Pontotoc | 23.5 mi | 4.6 |
| South Pontotoc Elementary School Pontotoc | 23.5 mi | 7.0 |
| South Pontotoc Middle School Pontotoc | 23.5 mi | 4.7 |
| BRUCE HIGH SCHOOL Bruce | 21.0 mi | 7.4 |
| SHANNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shannon | 22.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BRUCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruce | 21.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PONTOTOC HIGH SCHOOL Pontotoc | 24.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,508
Median Home Value
$119,300
Median Rent
$758/mo
Population
8,797
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
70.8%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRUCE HIGH SCHOOL Bruce, MS | 7.4 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pass Christian, MS | 7.4 |
| POPLARVILLE JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Poplarville, MS | 7.4 |
| GREENE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Leakesville, MS | 7.7 |
| KOSSUTH HIGH SCHOOL Corinth, MS | 7.7 |
| LOUISVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Louisville, MS | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houston High School
What grades does Houston High School serve?
Houston High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Houston High School?
Houston High School has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houston High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Houston High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houston High School rank in MS?
Houston High School ranks #214 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Houston High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Houston High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Houston High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houston High School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2025).
Is Houston High School a charter school?
No, Houston High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houston High School a Title I school?
No, Houston High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houston High School?
72.4% of students at Houston 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Chickasaw County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (662) 456-3320
Resources & Links
District
CHICKASAW CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 2,198
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,195
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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