Pisgah High School

Pisgah High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
115 Tori Bowie Ln,  Brandon, MS
Rankin County School District
4.4
4.0
483 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Craig Yates
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
65%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Average GPA
3.69
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.69
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
65%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
37
Full Time Teachers
37
Teachers in First or Second Year
10%
College Prep
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
80.8%
State Average
0.8%
Science
8.2%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
400:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
83.9%
Black
11.5%
Two or more races
4.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Hinds Community College 76 Students
Mississippi State University 71 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 61 Students
University of Mississippi 58 Students
Mississippi College 45 Students
Holmes Community College 41 Students
Millsaps College 22 Students
Belhaven University 19 Students
Delta State University 17 Students
Jackson State University 16 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 40 Students
Biology 13 Students
Business 12 Students
Psychology 10 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 7 Students
Education 6 Students
Accounting 6 Students
Physical Therapy 6 Students
Dental Hygiene 6 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 5 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.4 37 Reviews
5.0 Senior
12/29/2017
I absolutely loved my experience at Pisgah High School. It's a very small school so the teachers are able to work one on one with the students. I also enjoy the fact that because it's such a small school it's easier to make friends and fit in.
4.0 Senior
11/28/2017
Pisgah High School is the school you would want to attend if you are not wanting a big school. The students and teachers are friendly and very involved. Pisgah is a very involved school and will make sure you are getting the information you need.
5.0 Senior
11/9/2017
I LOVE Pisgah High School. The teachers are truly amazing. I have always been treated like family, and I have learned more at Pisgah than I ever have at the other two schools I attended.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/15/2019
The absolute very best school that my kids have attended or myself. The staff is very friendly, teachers go out fast of their way to help the students succeed and make sure they comprehend the lessons given. One of my sons has a disability and they have exceeded my expectations of helping and accomm...
5.0 parent
8/22/2013
This is the third school my child has attended in the last three years, and is by far the best of them all. I love the way the school encourages students to do their best,and at times, implements a reward system for achieving their goals. The school provides a very positive environment for the stude...
5.0 student
9/3/2009
1.0 student
12/2/2008

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Pisgah High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Brandon, MS and is served by the Rankin County School District in Mississippi. The school has a total enrollment of 483 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 65% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. Pisgah High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.69, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 23. Learn more about what Brandon has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Pisgah High School.

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