WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Water Valley School District school district, located in Water Valley, MS with about 461 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 32 teachers, WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL, located at 550 Markette Street in Water Valley, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Water Valley School District. The school is known for its role as a central hub for the local community, fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic development and student participation in extracurricular activities. As a representative institution of its region, it focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a standard Mississippi public school curriculum.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school is deeply integrated into the culture of Yalobusha County, particularly through its strong emphasis on school spirit and athletics. The "Blue Devils" athletic programs are a significant point of pride for the town, often serving as a focal point for community gathering and local support. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with a commitment to student involvement, WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL strives to provide a supportive educational foundation for its diverse student body.
For more information, contact WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL at (662) 473-2468 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Water Valley, MS 38965
(662) 473-2468
WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Water Valley, MS with about 461 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Water Valley School District
- Total Students:
- 461
- Teachers:
- 32.86
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental 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 461 students
- White
- 51.6%
- Black or African American
- 44.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.3%
- Male
- 52.7%
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.