Tupelo High School

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Tupelo High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4125 Golden Wave Dr,  Tupelo, MS
Tupelo Public School District
3.9
2.7
2,123 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
John A Dobbs
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1120
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
68%
Reading Proficiency
51%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
88%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
51%
Math Proficiency
68%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
153
Full Time Teachers
153
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1120
Math
560
Verbal
570
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
20.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
63.6%
State Average
0.8%
Science
18.6%
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
305:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.1%
Female
49.9%
Black
50.6%
White
32.8%
Hispanic
11.4%
Two or more races
3.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#19 Niche Standout HS in Mississippi
Source: Niche

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 605 Students
Mississippi State University 566 Students
Itawamba Community College 329 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 237 Students
The University of Alabama 191 Students
Jackson State University 114 Students
Vanderbilt University 98 Students
University of Alabama - Birmingham 94 Students
Auburn University 92 Students
University of Memphis 89 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 134 Students
Nursing 112 Students
Psychology 90 Students
Biology 83 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 69 Students
Marketing 48 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 40 Students
Pre-Law Studies 38 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 37 Students
Elementary Education 32 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 285 Reviews
4.0 Junior
8/28/2025
I love it but we need better clubs and organizations to have better opportunities for college, resumes and more.
5.0 Senior
8/12/2025
Tupelo High School has done nothing but treat everyone equally. I love how the teachers are so involved with students in making sure they are ready for the future and setting each student straight. This is school is such a safe space in being able to talk to any counselor that gives you great advice. Overall I love the tupelo high tradition and I don't ever regret moving to this school.
5.0 Alum
6/19/2025
Tupelo High School was a fantastic experience. There are plenty of opportunities to connect with your classmates. The only bad thing was not being able to hear at the Pep Rallies.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 7 Reviews
5.0 other
1/3/2025
I LOVE ANDREW AND TAYLOR BROWN. If i'm being honest not only do they run tupelo but they run mississippi. but out of anyone to do it i want it to be them, they are the most handsome and kind people at the school. andrew especially is a stud, obviously he has the looks and not to mention he's a state...
2.0 parent
2/3/2016
Tupelo has a general problem accepting those transferring in from out of state. They have a small town attitude and at same time believe they are more metro.
1.0 parent
10/8/2014
In response to the earlier post concerning "outsiders" having a hard time here, THAT IS THE PROBLEM! This school has a problem with inclusion and diversity and bullying especially among female students. My experience tells me that the girl bullies are most likely the product of their mothers being a...
4.0 other
10/30/2013
I'm a junior at THS. Let me just say that I love my school. The teachers are great, and the vast majority of them are very passionate about what they do. If I had to complain about anything, it's that there are some uppity snobs; but I'd like you to point out a place that doesn't have a single one o...

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Tupelo High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Tupelo, MS and is served by the Tupelo Public School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,123 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 68% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. Tupelo High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 88%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1120 and an ACT score of 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Tupelo Lee Co Voc Tech School, Thomas Street Elementary School, Parkway Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Tupelo has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Tupelo High School.

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