HORN LAKE HIGH SCHOOL
HORN LAKE HIGH is a public high school that is part of the DeSoto County School District school district, located in HORN LAKE, MS with about 1,222 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 75 teachers, HORN LAKE HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
HORN LAKE HIGH School, located in Horn Lake, Mississippi, is a key institution within the DeSoto County School District. As a large public secondary school, it serves a diverse student population in the northwest corner of the state, focusing on preparing students for post-secondary education and the workforce. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, elective courses, and various extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics to fine arts and vocational programs.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community, serving as a hub for student development and civic engagement in the Horn Lake area. By leveraging the resources of the larger DeSoto County district, HORN LAKE HIGH aims to foster a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic rigor, character building, and school spirit. Through its official website, the school maintains communication with families, providing information on academic calendars, district policies, and student achievements, reflecting its commitment to transparency and community involvement.
For more information, contact HORN LAKE HIGH at (662) 393-5273 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HORN LAKE, MS 38637
(662) 393-5273
HORN LAKE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in HORN LAKE, MS with about 1,222 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- DeSoto County School District
- Total Students:
- 1,222
- Teachers:
- 75.96
- 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 1,222 students
- Black or African American
- 67.0%
- White
- 21.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.1%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
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.