Hancock High School vs West Harrison High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 25 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hancock High School
Kiln · Public high · Grades 9–13
1,184 students
West Harrison High
Gulfport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,216 students
| Measure | Hancock High School Kiln, Mississippi | West Harrison High Gulfport, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 197 | #37 of 197 |
| National rank | #7722 of 16,910 | #6985 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,184 | 1,216 |
| Enrollment | 1,184 | 1,216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.5% | 64.7% |
| Students per teacher | – | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 75% |
| city | Kiln | Gulfport |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Harrison High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 52.5).
- •West Harrison High does better on math proficiency (75% vs 58%).
- •West Harrison High does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 49%).
- •Hancock High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.5% vs 64.7%).
- •West Harrison High is the larger school with 1,216 students compared with 1,184.
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 Hancock High School better than West Harrison High?
On the Success Index (US), West Harrison High ranks higher (55.2 vs 52.5 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 Hancock High School and West Harrison High?
About 25 km in a straight line, between Kiln and Gulfport in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hancock High School: 1,184. West Harrison High: 1,216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hancock High School and West Harrison High rank in Mississippi?
Hancock High School is 47th of 197 and West Harrison High is 37th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).