Poplarville High School
540 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Poplarville Junior-Senior High School, located at #1 Hornet Drive in Poplarville, Mississippi, serves as a central educational institution within the Poplarville School District. As a combined secondary campus, the school provides academic instruction and extracurricular opportunities for students across the junior and senior high grade levels. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, operating under the "Hornets" mascot and identity, which reflects the district’s commitment to fostering school spirit and student engagement.
The institution focuses on preparing its students for post-secondary success through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes both core academic standards and personal development. By maintaining an active online presence through their official district website, the school ensures that parents, students, and community members have access to essential resources, including school calendars, academic policies, and district-wide updates. Poplarville Junior-Senior High remains dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment that encourages excellence in athletics, academics, and citizenship for the youth of Pearl River County.
The institution focuses on preparing its students for post-secondary success through a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes both core academic standards and personal development. By maintaining an active online presence through their official district website, the school ensures that parents, students, and community members have access to essential resources, including school calendars, academic policies, and district-wide updates. Poplarville Junior-Senior High remains dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment that encourages excellence in athletics, academics, and citizenship for the youth of Pearl River County.
540
Total Students
43.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 409 |
| Hispanic | 16 |
| Black | 42 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 70 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White409 (75.7%)
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Two or More70 (13.0%)
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Black42 (7.8%)
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Hispanic16 (3.0%)
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Asian1 (0.2%)
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American Indian1 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | Poplarville School District |
| Phone: | (601)795-8424 |
| Website: | http://www.poplarvilleschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 540 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 43.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 215 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 53 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
141
Grade 10
140
Grade 11
134
Grade 12
125
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 141 |
| Grade 10 | 140 |
| Grade 11 | 134 |
| Grade 12 | 125 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 254 | 47% |
| Male | 286 | 53% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
High School 7th - 12th