Serving 203 students in grades 9-12, Leland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Leland High School's student population of 203 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Mascot
Cub
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Leland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leland High School is 0.13, 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
#455 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
93%
47%
White
4%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
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 Leland High School's ranking?
Leland High School is ranked #455 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leland High School?
The graduation rate of Leland High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Leland High School?
203 students attend Leland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Leland High School students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leland High School?
Leland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leland High School offer ?
Leland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leland High School part of?
Leland High School is part of Leland School District.
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