Neshoba Central High School

1123 GOLF COURSE ROAD
PHILADELPHIA, MS 39350

www.neshobacentral.com/

908 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Neshoba Central High School, located in Philadelphia, Mississippi, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Neshoba County School District. The school is widely recognized for its strong sense of community spirit and its commitment to both academic development and extracurricular excellence. As a cornerstone of the local community, the campus provides a comprehensive educational experience that aims to prepare students for post-secondary success through a blend of traditional coursework, vocational training, and college preparatory opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, Neshoba Central is perhaps most noted for its robust athletic and extracurricular programs, which often serve as a focal point for school and community pride. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to participate in various clubs, arts, and competitive sports, fostering a culture of school spirit and personal growth. With a focus on preparing students for the challenges of the future, the high school continues to play a vital role in the social and educational landscape of Neshoba County.

908

Total Students

62.8

Full-Time Teachers

14.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

66.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Neshoba Central High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	513
Hispanic	27
Black	159
Asian	6
Two or More	95
American Indian	108

White
513 (56.5%)
Black
159 (17.5%)
American Indian
108 (11.9%)
Two or More
95 (10.5%)
Hispanic
27 (3.0%)
Asian
6 (0.7%)

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:	Neshoba County Schools
Phone:	(601)656-3654
Website:	http://www.neshobacentral.com/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	908
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	62.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.5
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	525
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	76

* 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 9 225

Grade 10 253

Grade 11 212

Grade 12 218