Below Average

#749 of 863 schools in MS

North Pontotoc High School

High School · PONTOTOC CO SCHOOL DIST

8324 HWY 15 NORTH, Ecru, MS 38841

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

520

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#749 of 863

In Ecru

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

PONTOTOC CO SCHOOL DIST

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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About North Pontotoc High School

North Pontotoc High School is a public high school in Ecru, MS, part of PONTOTOC CO SCHOOL DIST. North Pontotoc High School serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Pontotoc High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #749 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for North Pontotoc High School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district

4.4

This school 4.4 · Below Average
District avg 4.5
MS avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

North Pontotoc 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.

43% of students at North Pontotoc 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress4.0Below Average25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data16

Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendDeclining

Academics7.9Very Good25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency71.3% (2025 MAAP)

Reading/ELA Proficiency55.9% (2025 MAAP)

Math vs. State Avg+4.3 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+6.4 pts

Overall Proficiency64% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)

vs. Expected+2.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile68th

College Readiness3.1Needs Improvement30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate82%

AP Participation6.2%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$10,351

Chronic Absenteeism42.9%

North Pontotoc High School — Students at North Pontotoc High School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

67.0% (2025 MAAP)

ELA Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

49.5% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 32 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

95%

ELA

67%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

67%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

72%

2012

Math

74%

ELA

54%

2013

Math

70%

ELA

58%

2014

Math

29%

ELA

35%

2015

Math

34%

ELA

33%

2016

Math

38%

ELA

32%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

42%

2018

Math

57%

ELA

42%

2019

Math

57%

ELA

42%

2020*

Math

27%

ELA

37%

2021*

Math

27%

ELA

37%

2022

Math

57%

ELA

37%

2025

Math

71.3%

ELA

55.9%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How North Pontotoc High School Compares

See how North Pontotoc High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

4.4/10

13th percentile in MS

Academic

7.9/10

Very Good

Growth

4.0/10

Below Average

Environment

2.4/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.2

Sports

3 boys' · 1 girls'

Advanced STEM

4/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

58%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

37 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

42.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered

6.2% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics4sports offered

3 boys'·1 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses4 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

8324 HWY 15 NORTH, Ecru, MS 38841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Pontotoc High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PONTOTOC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Pontotoc), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby New Albany), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Pontotoc High School (rated 4.6/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Pontotoc), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ecru, see our Ecru schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
North Pontotoc Elementary School Ecru	0.0 mi	761	7.1
North Pontotoc Middle School Ecru	0.0 mi	261	7.5
NORTH PONTOTOC UPPER ELEMENTARY Ecru	0.6 mi	307	5.8
INGOMAR ATTENDANCE CENTER New Albany	3.2 mi	668	7.7
IVY GREENE ACADEMY Pontotoc	6.9 mi	34	6.1
PONTOTOC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pontotoc	7.7 mi	630	6.7
PONTOTOC MIDDLE SCHOOL Pontotoc	7.9 mi	326	5.3
PONTOTOC JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pontotoc	7.9 mi	355	5.0
D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pontotoc	7.9 mi	332	7.5
PONTOTOC HIGH SCHOOL Pontotoc	8.0 mi	713	6.0
NEW ALBANY MIDDLE SCHOOL New Albany	8.7 mi	456	7.1
NEW ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL New Albany	8.6 mi	596	5.9
VICTORY CHRISITIAN ACADEMY New Albany	9.6 mi	57	5.6
NEW ALBANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Albany	10.5 mi	1,073	7.8
South Pontotoc High School Pontotoc	10.4 mi	447	4.6
South Pontotoc Elementary School Pontotoc	10.4 mi	797	7.0
South Pontotoc Middle School Pontotoc	10.4 mi	388	4.7
WEST UNION ATTENDANCE CENTER Myrtle	10.8 mi	686	8.1
EAST UNION ATTENDANCE CENTER Blue Springs	11.9 mi	986	8.5
MYRTLE ATTENDANCE CENTER Myrtle	14.1 mi	707	8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,684

Median Home Value

$180,600

Median Rent

$841/mo

Population

4,057

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

70.4%

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

31.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Pontotoc High School

What grades does North Pontotoc High School serve?

North Pontotoc High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Pontotoc High School?

North Pontotoc High School has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Pontotoc High School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Pontotoc High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Pontotoc High School rank in MS?

North Pontotoc High School ranks #749 of 863 schools in MS.

What is North Pontotoc High School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Pontotoc High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 North Pontotoc High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Pontotoc High School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Pontotoc High School a charter school?

No, North Pontotoc High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Pontotoc High School a Title I school?

No, North Pontotoc High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Pontotoc High School?

58.1% of students at North Pontotoc 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.