High Schools in Okolona Separate School District

The Okolona Separate School District in Mississippi is home to a single high school, Okolona High School, which serves a predominantly African American student population. While the school's funding and student-teacher ratio are relatively strong, its academic performance on state assessments has been mixed, with some areas exceeding the state average but others falling below.

Okolona High School's enrollment of 158 students is relatively small, and the school faces significant challenges related to economic disadvantage, with 100% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's performance on state assessments has declined in recent years, dropping from 114th out of 228 Mississippi high schools in 2021-2022 to 142nd out of 226 in 2022-2023. This raises concerns about the school's ability to provide a high-quality education and prepare its students for success.

Despite the higher-than-average spending per student in the Okolona Separate School District, the academic performance at Okolona High School remains below the state average in several areas, including English II and U.S. History. This suggests that the effective allocation and utilization of the school's financial resources may be an area that requires further investigation and improvement to ensure that the students are receiving the support and opportunities they need to thrive.