Mendenhall High School

Mendenhall High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
207 Circle Dr,  Mendenhall, MS
Simpson County School District
3.2
4.0
529 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Robert Sanders
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
87%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
32
Full Time Teachers
32
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
550
Verbal
560
Average ACT
20
Math
18
English
20
Reading
22
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
24.9%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
565:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Black
52.4%
White
45.5%
Two or more races
1%
Hispanic
<1%
Native American
<1%
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.
University of Southern Mississippi 198 Students
Mississippi State University 175 Students
University of Mississippi 147 Students
Copiah-Lincoln Community College 119 Students
Hinds Community College 101 Students
Jackson State University 89 Students
Jones County Junior College 89 Students
Alcorn State University 74 Students
William Carey University 68 Students
Belhaven University 55 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 79 Students
Business 43 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 27 Students
Psychology 23 Students
Biology 20 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 19 Students
Veterinary Sciences 14 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 12 Students
Pre-Law Studies 12 Students
Cosmetology 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 93 Reviews
2.0 Junior
3/31/2025
It's okay but it's not very interesting. In my experience the best part of the school is some of the classes. The worst part is definition the lack of resources and administration in the school.
4.0 Senior
11/10/2022
Mendenhall high school is such an amazing school, and the teachers are very helpful in helping aid us towards our future. The environment is very nice, and if we ever have questions about anything at all, there is always someone who is able to help guide us. Mendenhall high school is just an overall amazing place to be, and I've enjoyed my freshman, sophomore, and junior year here.
3.0 Senior
8/9/2021
I like my social circle that I have and playing in the school's band, but other than that I don't really like anything else. I would like to see a change in the variety of courses available and better cafeteria food.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 4 Reviews
parent
4/27/2010
I recently attended teacher/parent day and I have to say the teachers were very concerned about my child's grades and had some great suggestions on how to help my child improve his grades. Since taking their advice and talking with my child his grades have improved greatly. I think the teachers are...
5.0 parent
4/15/2010
This is a wonderful shcool. Great things are happening in simpson county. The teachers are great and very understanding at mendenhall.
5.0 parent
2/27/2010
Scores are improving and student discipline has either returned or been brought to a high level. Principal and teachers remain dedicated to continued improvements.
2.0 student
9/22/2007

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Mendenhall High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Mendenhall, MS and is served by the Simpson County School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 529 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. Mendenhall High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 87%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 20. Discover additional schools in the area, like Simpson County Academy, Mendenhall Junior High School, Mendenhall Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Mendenhall has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mendenhall High School.

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