Rosa Fort High School

Rosa Fort High School serves 455 students in grades 9–12 in Tunica, Mississippi, earning an Exceptional rating with a composite score of 9.0/10. Its academic score of 8.9 and growth score of 9.7 reflect consistent, measurable gains across the student body. The school ranks #1 among all 196 public high schools in Mississippi and sits at #6 out of 862 public schools statewide — outperforming 99% of schools across every type and level in the state.

Locally, Rosa Fort holds the top spot among all three public schools in Tunica, making it the clear standard-bearer for the area. A 12.0-to-1 student-teacher ratio gives students more direct instructional time than most public high schools provide. That contact shows up most clearly in the growth score: a 9.7 measures how much students advance relative to their starting point, and few Mississippi schools come close to that figure.

For families evaluating high schools in the state, Rosa Fort's combination of strong academics and near-perfect growth places it in a tier that only a handful of schools statewide can claim.

Located in a rural area, Rosa Fort High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.