High Schools in Aberdeen School District

The Aberdeen School District in Aberdeen, MS, contains one high school, Aberdeen High School, serving grades 9–12 with 312 students and a student/teacher ratio of 11.2:1. Since this is the only high school in the district, school and district metrics are identical, and the district's overall ranking is driven entirely by this single school. Aberdeen High School ranks in the bottom quarter of Mississippi high schools—172nd out of 224 in the latest ranking—but it has improved from 196th the previous year, and its current 23rd percentile placement is its best relative position in three years. The school's star rating remains low at 1 out of 5.

Academically, the school trails the state in every tested subject, but the gaps vary widely. In Algebra I, 56.2% of students were proficient, compared to 66.0% statewide—a relatively encouraging result given the school's poverty context. Biology proficiency improved dramatically from 32.7% to 51.1% in one year, though it remains below the state's 63.1%. The clear weakness is English II, where only 29.2% of students were proficient, a 20.1-point deficit from the state average. U.S. History data is limited, but the previous year showed 51.7% proficiency versus 69.7% statewide. This pattern suggests stronger math and science instruction, while literacy and writing support may be a critical area needing attention.

Contextual factors are significant. Every student at Aberdeen High School qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, a 100% poverty rate that is extreme and likely contributes to learning challenges. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, with 28.5% of students chronically absent—4.6 points above the state average and nearly 7 points above the district's other schools (though only one high school exists). The graduation rate is a relative bright spot at 87.7%, close to the state's 89.2%. The low student/teacher ratio of 11.2:1 could be an asset for individualized instruction, but improving attendance and English proficiency appear to be the most promising levers for raising the school's overall performance.