HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL
HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the DeSoto County School District school district, located in HERNANDO, MS with about 1,200 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 66 teachers, HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL, located in Hernando, Mississippi, is a key institution within the DeSoto County School District. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is known for maintaining a strong academic focus while fostering a supportive school spirit. As the district has grown, Hernando High has evolved to provide a diverse array of educational opportunities, ranging from core college-preparatory coursework to various elective programs designed to help students explore their personal interests and career paths.
Beyond the classroom, the school is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings, including competitive athletic programs, student organizations, and arts initiatives. These programs play a vital role in the school’s culture, encouraging student engagement, leadership, and collaboration. With its commitment to the "Tiger" pride tradition, HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL strives to prepare its graduates for success in higher education and the workforce by emphasizing both academic rigor and the development of well-rounded character.
For more information, contact HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL at (662) 429-4170 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HERNANDO, MS 38632
(662) 429-4170
HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in HERNANDO, MS with about 1,200 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DeSoto County School District
- Total Students:
- 1,200
- Teachers:
- 66.53
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,200 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HERNANDO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.
- White
- 78.5%
- Black or African American
- 12.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.8%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.