Oak Grove High School

5198 Old Highway11
Hattiesburg, MS 39402

www.lamarcountyschools.org

1,750 Students

High School 9th - 13

School Overview

Oak Grove High School, located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, serves as a prominent secondary institution within the Lamar County School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus fosters an environment that emphasizes rigorous coursework, college readiness, and a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and various student organizations.

Beyond the classroom, Oak Grove High School is recognized for its community-oriented culture and its focus on fostering school spirit. The institution prides itself on maintaining high standards for student conduct and achievement, supported by a dedicated faculty and administration. By integrating modern educational resources with a long-standing tradition of excellence, the school aims to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to succeed in an increasingly globalized society.

1,750

Total Students

122.1

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

52.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Oak Grove High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	735
Hispanic	165
Black	726
Asian	57
Two or More	63
Pacific Islander	4

White
735 (42.0%)
Black
726 (41.5%)
Hispanic
165 (9.4%)
Two or More
63 (3.6%)
Asian
57 (3.3%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Lamar County School District
Phone:	(601)264-7232
Website:	http://www.lamarcountyschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 13
Total Students:	1,750
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	122.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	720
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	192

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 13 6

Grade 9 456

Grade 10 433

Grade 11 466

Grade 12 389