Baldwyn High School vs South Pontotoc High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 53 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baldwyn High School
Baldwyn · Public high · Grades 5–12
460 students
South Pontotoc High School
Pontotoc · Public high · Grades 9–12
455 students
| Measure | Baldwyn High School Baldwyn, Mississippi | South Pontotoc High School Pontotoc, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #66 of 197 | #90 of 197 |
| National rank | #9129 of 16,910 | #11595 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 460 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 32% |
| city | Baldwyn | Pontotoc |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baldwyn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.2 vs 37.5).
- •Baldwyn High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 32%).
- •South Pontotoc High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Baldwyn High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70% vs 99.3%).
- •Baldwyn High School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.3).
- •Baldwyn High School is the larger school with 460 students compared with 455.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Baldwyn High School better than South Pontotoc High School?
On the Success Index (US), Baldwyn High School ranks higher (47.2 vs 37.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Baldwyn High School and South Pontotoc High School?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Baldwyn and Pontotoc in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baldwyn High School: 460. South Pontotoc High School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baldwyn High School and South Pontotoc High School rank in Mississippi?
Baldwyn High School is 66th of 197 and South Pontotoc High School is 90th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).