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#246 of 862 schools in MS

Top 28% in state

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

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Long Beach

#4 of 5

public schools

Mississippi high schools

#69 of 196

In district

#4 of 5

LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST

Equity

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Long Beach Senior High School

Long Beach Senior High School serves 934 students in grades 9-12 in Long Beach, Mississippi, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing high schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranking 73rd out of 865 Mississippi schools, the school places in the 92nd percentile statewide for academic achievement. The school demonstrates particularly strong academic performance, with an impressive academic score of 9.8 out of 10.

Students excel in mathematics, with 82% achieving proficiency or above, while 70% of students perform at proficient levels or higher in English Language Arts and reading. These results reflect the dedicated work of 60 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain a student-teacher ratio of 15.6 to 1. Long Beach Senior High draws students from a stable middle-class community where the median household income reaches $67,343 and median home values average $192,800.

The surrounding ZIP code of 39560 has a population of 18,289, with 27% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9%. The school operates in Long Beach's mid-size suburban setting in Harrison County, providing students with both community connections and access to broader regional opportunities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+4.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82%
Reading/ELA Proficiency70%
Overall Proficiency76%
Expected (poverty-adj.)59%
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College Readiness5.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation13.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.2Fair20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,123

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: 59%).

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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 53.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
61%
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: 9.0/10.

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
7.1/10
72th percentile in MS
Academic
9.7/10
9.7/10
Growth
9.0/10
Above average
Environment
3.2/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers

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 HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Gulfport), with a very similar rating. 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 7.1
HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach 1.2 mi 7.3
WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 1.6 mi 5.9
THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 1.9 mi 7.2
GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 2.3 mi 5.9
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 2.4 mi 4.7
TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport 3.0 mi 4.9
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 5.1
PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian 4.2 mi 6.1
CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport 5.0 mi 3.7
WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 6.1 mi 5.7
WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 6.7 mi 6.8
HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport 6.1 mi 5.6
CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 6.7 mi 6.8
BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 6.8 mi 6.2
PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 6.3 mi 6.2
BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 6.4 mi 5.5
HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport 7.0 mi 7.3

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Long Beach Senior High School has a median household income of $73,090. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,800, with a median rent of $1,196/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GAUTIER HIGH SCHOOL Gautier, MS 7.1
NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian, MS 7.1
TISHOMINGO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Iuka, MS 7.1
WAYNE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Waynesboro, MS 7.1
LAFAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL Oxford, MS 7.0
LEWISBURG HIGH SCHOOL Olive Branch, MS 7.0

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 is ranked #246 out of 862 schools in MS.

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

Long Beach Senior High School has a composite rating of 7.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Long Beach Senior High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Long Beach Senior High School has 53.7% math proficiency and 59.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
Elevated (1,073/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Long Beach). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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