GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL

GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Gulfport School District school district, located in Gulfport, MS with about 1,591 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 86 teachers, GULFPORT 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.

GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL, located at 100 Perry Street in Gulfport, Mississippi, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Gulfport School District. As a pillar of the local community, the school is known for its diverse student body and a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes advanced placement courses, career and technical education programs, and specialized pathways designed to prepare students for both collegiate success and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Gulfport High boasts a vibrant school culture characterized by strong traditions in athletics, performing arts, and extracurricular activities. The school takes pride in its "Admiral" identity, maintaining competitive sports programs and an array of student organizations that foster leadership and school spirit. By prioritizing both academic excellence and holistic student development, GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL remains committed to empowering its students to become productive, engaged citizens within the Mississippi Gulf Coast region and beyond.

For more information, contact GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL at (228) 896-1750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

100 Perry Street
Gulfport, MS 39507
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GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Gulfport, MS with about 1,591 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,591
Teachers:
86.88
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,591 students

Black or African American
50.6%
White
42.1%
Hispanic/Latino
5.5%
Asian
1.1%
Two or more races
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%

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.