Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, Lake Cormorant High School ranks in the top 50% 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 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher 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 62% 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: 974 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Cormorant High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Lake Cormorant High School's student population of 974 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Lake Cormorant 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 Lake Cormorant High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#239 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
5%
Black
45%
47%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Cormorant High School's ranking?
Lake Cormorant High School is ranked #239 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lake Cormorant High School often compared to?
Lake Cormorant High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horn Lake High School, Lewisburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Cormorant High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Cormorant High School is 93%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Lake Cormorant High School?
974 students attend Lake Cormorant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lake Cormorant High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Cormorant High School?
Lake Cormorant High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Cormorant High School offer ?
Lake Cormorant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Cormorant High School part of?
Lake Cormorant High School is part of Desoto Co School District.
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