Serving 614 students in grades 9-12, Pass Christian High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pass Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pass Christian High School's student population of 614 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Pass Christian High School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pass Christian High School is 0.57, 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
#43 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
25%
47%
White
60%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Pass Christian High School's ranking?
Pass Christian High School is ranked #43 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pass Christian High School often compared to?
Pass Christian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Long Beach Senior High School, West Harrison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pass Christian High School?
The graduation rate of Pass Christian High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Pass Christian High School?
614 students attend Pass Christian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pass Christian High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pass Christian High School?
Pass Christian High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pass Christian High School offer ?
Pass Christian High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pass Christian High School part of?
Pass Christian High School is part of Pass Christian Public School District.
School Reviews
4 3/22/2024
Pass High is an excellent school that provides many opportunities for students. The faculty and administration are stellar!
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