Below Average
#781 of 863 schools in MS
Yazoo City High School
High School · YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
1825 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, Yazoo City, MS 39194
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#781 of 863
In Yazoo City
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
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About Yazoo City High School
Yazoo City High School is a public high school in Yazoo City, MS, part of YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST. Yazoo City High School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Yazoo City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #781 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Yazoo City High School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Yazoo City 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.
37% of students at Yazoo City 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
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Yazoo City High School — Students at Yazoo City High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Yazoo City High School Compares
See how Yazoo City High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1825 DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE, Yazoo City, MS 39194
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yazoo City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLMES COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 26.0 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Another option is YAZOO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 6.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Belzoni), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yazoo City, see our Yazoo City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCCOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yazoo City | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CORRECT-ALL Yazoo City | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| BETTIE E WOOLFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL Yazoo City | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| YAZOO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Yazoo City | 6.9 mi | 6.3 |
| YAZOO COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Yazoo City | 6.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BENTON ACADEMY Benton | 9.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BENTONIA GIBBS SCHOOL Bentonia | 16.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LINWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vaughan | 16.1 mi | 5.7 |
| HUMPHREYS ACADEMY Belzoni | 21.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Belzoni | 21.8 mi | 5.9 |
| IDA GREENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belzoni | 22.0 mi | 2.5 |
| O.M. MCNAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Belzoni | 22.1 mi | 3.3 |
| EAST FLORA ELEMENTARY Flora | 23.7 mi | 6.7 |
| S V MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 24.1 mi | 8.0 |
| S V MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Lexington | 24.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MANNSDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY Madison | 26.5 mi | 8.9 |
| MANNSDALE ELEMENTARY Madison | 26.7 mi | 4.7 |
| REUBEN B. MYERS CANTON SCHOOL OF AR Canton | 25.4 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLMES COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Lexington | 26.0 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUTH DELTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Anguilla | 24.9 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39194 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,281
Median Home Value
$108,400
Median Rent
$789/mo
Population
19,699
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
39%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 4.0 |
| FOREST HIGH SCHOOL Forest, MS | 4.2 |
| QUITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Quitman, MS | 4.2 |
| CORINTH HIGH SCHOOL Corinth, MS | 4.3 |
| EAST WEBSTER HIGH SCHOOL Maben, MS | 4.3 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Crystal Springs, MS | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yazoo City High School
What grades does Yazoo City High School serve?
Yazoo City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yazoo City High School?
Yazoo City High School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yazoo City High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Yazoo City High School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yazoo City High School rank in MS?
Yazoo City High School ranks #781 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Yazoo City High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Yazoo City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Yazoo City High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yazoo City High School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Yazoo City High School a charter school?
No, Yazoo City High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yazoo City High School a Title I school?
No, Yazoo City High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yazoo City High School?
100.0% of students at Yazoo City 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 537
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Yazoo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (662) 746-2378
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 1,888
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,705
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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