LAKE HIGH SCHOOL

LAKE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Scott County School District school district, located in Lake, MS with about 203 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, LAKE 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.

LAKE HIGH SCHOOL, located in Lake, Mississippi, serves as a central educational hub for the local Scott County community. As a public institution, it provides a comprehensive academic environment designed to support students in grades 9 through 12, fostering a focus on core curriculum standards while preparing them for life after graduation. The school emphasizes traditional academic development alongside extracurricular involvement, which serves to unite the student body and promote a strong sense of school spirit within the rural Mississippi setting.

The school is an integral part of the Scott County School District, benefiting from the resources and oversight of a larger district framework while maintaining a close-knit atmosphere typical of smaller communities. By balancing state-mandated educational requirements with local traditions, LAKE HIGH SCHOOL strives to equip its students with the skills necessary for college readiness and workforce participation. It functions not only as a place of learning but also as a foundational pillar for families in the Highway 80 corridor, playing a vital role in the social and civic life of the town of Lake.

For more information, contact LAKE HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 775-3248 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.