Serving 1,291 students in grades 9-12, Horn Lake High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horn Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Horn Lake High School's student population of 1,291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horn Lake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horn Lake High School is 0.42, 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
#365 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
75%
47%
White
11%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Horn Lake High School's ranking?
Horn Lake High School is ranked #365 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Horn Lake High School often compared to?
Horn Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southaven High School, Lake Cormorant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Horn Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Horn Lake High School is 92%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Horn Lake High School?
1,291 students attend Horn Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Horn Lake High School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horn Lake High School?
Horn Lake High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horn Lake High School offer ?
Horn Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horn Lake High School part of?
Horn Lake High School is part of Desoto Co School District.
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