Raleigh High School

Smith County School District
491 MAGNOLIA DRIVE
RALEIGH, MS 39153
486 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Raleigh High School, located in Raleigh, Mississippi, serves as a central educational institution within the Smith County School District. As a public secondary school, it is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career readiness. The school fosters a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core subjects, including mathematics, science, English, and social studies, while striving to meet the diverse needs of its student body through various instructional approaches.

Beyond the classroom, Raleigh High School plays a vital role in the local community by encouraging student engagement in extracurricular activities. These programs, which often include athletics, clubs, and student organizations, are intended to develop leadership, teamwork, and school spirit. By balancing academic rigor with community involvement, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are equipped to contribute positively to the broader Mississippi community and beyond.
486
Total Students
38.5
Full-Time Teachers
12.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    334 (68.7%)
  • Black
    132 (27.2%)
  • Hispanic
    12 (2.5%)
  • Two or More
    8 (1.6%)
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: Smith County School District
Phone: (601)782-4261
Website: http://smith.k12.ms.us/s1/
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 486
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.6
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 285
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 67

* 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 7 81
Grade 8 104
Grade 9 84
Grade 10 79
Grade 11 72
Grade 12 66
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
SMITH COUNTY CAREER CENTER
Smith County School District
0 Students
469 Magnolia Drive
RALEIGH, MS 39153 (0.1 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th