For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,118 students in Lucedale, MS.
The top ranked public high school in Lucedale, MS is George County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lucedale, MS public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Mississippi public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). High schools in Lucedale have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public high schools.
Lucedale, MS public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Mississippi average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is George County High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Mississippi or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Lucedale, MS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George County High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9284 Hwy 63s
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3116
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-3116
Gr: 9-12 | 1,118 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
George County Alternative
Alternative School
9284 Old Hwy 63 South
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6993
Lucedale, MS 39452
(601) 947-6993
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Lucedale, MS?
The top ranked public high schools in Lucedale, MS include George County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Lucedale?
2 public high schools are located in Lucedale.
What is the racial composition of students in Lucedale?
Lucedale public high schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public high schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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