Serving 1,320 students in grades 9-12, St. Martin 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 86% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 41% 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: 1,320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Martin 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
Diversity
School Overview
St. Martin High School's student population of 1,320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
St. Martin 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 St. Martin High School is 0.59, 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
#66 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
23%
47%
White
59%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 St. Martin High School's ranking?
St. Martin High School is ranked #66 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin High School often compared to?
St. Martin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs High School, Vancleave High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Martin High School?
The graduation rate of St. Martin High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend St. Martin High School?
1,320 students attend St. Martin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of St. Martin High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Martin High School?
St. Martin High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Martin High School offer ?
St. Martin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin High School part of?
St. Martin High School is part of Jackson Co School District.
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