Serving 439 students in grades 9-12, Amory High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Amory High School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amory High School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amory High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
39%
47%
White
56%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amory High School's ranking?
Amory High School is ranked #128 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Amory High School often compared to?
Amory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aberdeen High School, Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amory High School?
The graduation rate of Amory High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amory High School?
439 students attend Amory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Amory High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amory High School?
Amory High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amory High School offer ?
Amory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amory High School part of?
Amory High School is part of Amory School District.
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