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Long Beach Senior High School

High School · LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST

300 East Old Pass Road, Long Beach, MS 39560

Enrollment

934

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#575 of 863

In Long Beach

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Long Beach Senior High School

5.7/10

High School in Long Beach · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Long Beach Senior High School

Long Beach Senior High School is a public high school in Long Beach, MS, part of LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST. Long Beach Senior High School serves approximately 934 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Beach Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #575 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Long Beach Senior High School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below MS schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MS avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation13.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,009
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Long Beach Senior High School — Students at Long Beach Senior High School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
70%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Long Beach Senior High School Compares

See how Long Beach Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in MS
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.2
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
13.8% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·28 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 East Old Pass Road, Long Beach, MS 39560

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Long Beach Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Gulfport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach 0.3 mi 6.4
HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach 1.2 mi 6.0
WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 1.6 mi 7.4
THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 1.9 mi 7.4
GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 2.3 mi 5.3
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 2.4 mi 6.0
TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport 3.0 mi 6.2
COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach 3.5 mi 9.0
ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach 3.9 mi 6.6
NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport 4.5 mi 4.3
PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian 4.2 mi 9.0
CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport 5.0 mi 5.8
WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 6.1 mi 6.3
WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 6.7 mi 7.2
HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport 6.1 mi 5.1
CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 6.7 mi 5.0
BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 6.8 mi 4.2
PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 6.3 mi 5.9
BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 6.4 mi 6.7
HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport 7.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,090

Median Home Value

$210,800

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

18,505

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

40.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Long Beach Senior High School

What grades does Long Beach Senior High School serve?

Long Beach Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Long Beach Senior High School?

Long Beach Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 934 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Beach Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Long Beach Senior High School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Long Beach Senior High School rank in MS?

Long Beach Senior High School ranks #575 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Long Beach Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Long Beach Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Long Beach Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Beach Senior High School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Long Beach Senior High School a charter school?

No, Long Beach Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Long Beach Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Long Beach Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Beach Senior High School?

51.2% of students at Long Beach Senior 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
934
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
2,897
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,009
District Rank
#5 of 5

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