Holmes County Central High School vs Pontotoc High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 161 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmes County Central High School
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
714 students
Pontotoc High School
Pontotoc · Public high · Grades 9–13
712 students
| Measure | Holmes County Central High School Lexington, Mississippi | Pontotoc High School Pontotoc, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 197 | #84 of 197 |
| National rank | #16515 of 16,910 | #11096 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 714 | 712 |
| Enrollment | 714 | 712 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 6% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 37% |
| city | Lexington | Pontotoc |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pontotoc High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 11.2).
- •Pontotoc High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 8%).
- •Pontotoc High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 6%).
- •Pontotoc High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.6% vs 100%).
- •Pontotoc High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.0).
- •Holmes County Central High School is the larger school with 714 students compared with 712.
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 Holmes County Central High School better than Pontotoc High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pontotoc High School ranks higher (39.4 vs 11.2 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 Holmes County Central High School and Pontotoc High School?
About 161 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Pontotoc in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmes County Central High School: 714. Pontotoc High School: 712. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmes County Central High School and Pontotoc High School rank in Mississippi?
Holmes County Central High School is 193rd of 197 and Pontotoc High School is 84th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).