School Overview
Tupelo High School, located in Tupelo, Mississippi, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Tupelo Public School District. As one of the largest high schools in the state, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities with local colleges, and specialized career and technical education (CTE) pathways. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its ability to provide diverse extracurricular opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics to a robust performing arts program.

Beyond its academic offerings, Tupelo High School is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of the city. Known as the home of the "Golden Wave," the school fosters a strong sense of community pride and spirit, frequently hosting regional events and maintaining long-standing traditions. By blending modern educational resources with a focus on holistic student development, the school strives to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the global workforce, serving as a central hub for student life and learning in Northeast Mississippi.
2,123
Total Students
153.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
61.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tupelo High School
Demographic Student Count
White696
Hispanic241
Black1,075
Asian42
Two or More67
American Indian2
  • Black
    1,075 (50.6%)
  • White
    696 (32.8%)
  • Hispanic
    241 (11.4%)
  • Two or More
    67 (3.2%)
  • Asian
    42 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
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: Tupelo Public School District
Phone: (662)841-8970
Website: http://www.tupeloschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,123
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 153.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,115
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 191
Grades Taught
Grade 9 537
Grade 10 574
Grade 11 514
Grade 12 498

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Tupelo High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9537
Grade 10574
Grade 11514
Grade 12498
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Tupelo High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,06049.9%
Male1,06350.1%