Hernando High School

Hernando High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
805 Dilworth Ln,  Hernando, MS
DeSoto County School District
3.7
4.4
1,529 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Duane Case
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
91%
Reading Proficiency
70%
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
94%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Reading Proficiency
70%
Math Proficiency
91%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
89
Full Time Teachers
89
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
630
Verbal
640
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
25
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
33.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
92.3%
State Average
0.8%
Science
3.9%
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
447:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.1%
Female
48.9%
White
73.7%
Black
11.3%
Hispanic
9.7%
Two or more races
3.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other 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.
University of Mississippi 400 Students
Mississippi State University 338 Students
Northwest Mississippi Community College 289 Students
University of Memphis 176 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 134 Students
Delta State University 115 Students
The University of Alabama 88 Students
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 65 Students
Mississippi College 60 Students
Vanderbilt University 59 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 107 Students
Business 73 Students
Biology 66 Students
Psychology 58 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 38 Students
Accounting 32 Students
Physical Therapy 27 Students
Engineering 25 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 25 Students
Marketing 23 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 228 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/19/2025
We have a nice, new school this year with a brand new turf football field! There is nothing I'd change.
3.0 Senior
2/2/2025
I personally would have liked if my classes and the people I took them with were consistent. Also that there was actual learning in non-college classes.
4.0 Senior
4/2/2024
One of the best parts about Hernando High School is there is a niche for everyone. Everybody has something to be involved in. One of the worst parts about Hernando High School is the lack of enforcing things that need to be
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 12 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/24/2025
We absolutely love Hernando High School. Our son came from homeschool to public school (HHS), and completely thrived! He has made so many wonderful christian friendships and has gotten so involved in sports and clubs. He loves his school so much! The principal and faculty are AWESOME! I can't even b...
5.0 student
4/8/2012
I love HHS, I was super prepared for college. I go to Harvard which is one of the most challenging schools in the country and HHS has gotten me ready. THANKS HHS!!!!!
4.0 parent
7/22/2011
It is a good school with caring and capable teachers who are willing to help.
5.0 student
3/15/2010
They have wonderful activities for us and the teachers are excellent! :)

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Hernando High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Hernando, MS, in the Hernando neighborhood, and is served by the DeSoto County School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,529 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 91% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 70% are proficient in reading. Hernando High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.68, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $363,745. Discover additional schools in the area, like Desoto County Alternative Center, Hernando Middle School, Hernando Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Hernando has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hernando High School.

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