Tupelo High School
2,123 Students
High School 9th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 696 |
| Hispanic | 241 |
| Black | 1,075 |
| Asian | 42 |
| Two or More | 67 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Black1,075 (50.6%)
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White696 (32.8%)
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Hispanic241 (11.4%)
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Two or More67 (3.2%)
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Asian42 (2.0%)
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American Indian2 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 537 |
| Grade 10 | 574 |
| Grade 11 | 514 |
| Grade 12 | 498 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,060 | 49.9% |
| Male | 1,063 | 50.1% |
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