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Hattiesburg High School

301 HUTCHINSON AVE, HATTIESBURG, MS, 39401

Top 10% School in Mississippi

Ranked 29 of 153 in Mississippi

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About Hattiesburg High School

Hattiesburg High School is a public school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi that serves students in grades 9 through 12. It is the only high school in its district. With about 1,100 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 14:1, it is one of the best schools in the area. The school is known as one of the best because it offers a wide range of educational options, such as Advanced Placement classes, which 23% of students take. The campus has a 99% minority enrollment rate, and all of the students are considered to be economically disadvantaged, and it is one of the best High School in "Mississippi" . Hattiesburg High School has high academic standards, with 70% of students doing well in math and 36% doing well in reading. Students are also encouraged to take college entrance exams like the ACT and SAT to improve their chances of getting into college. The school is a key part of the Hattiesburg Public School District because it has strong ties to the community and a supportive learning environment. In short, the school is known for its high level of math skills and its commitment to helping all students do well in school.

Hattiesburg High School Contact Information

Address

301 HUTCHINSON AVE, HATTIESBURG, MS, 39401

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Phone

(601) 544-0811

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 70%
Reading 36%
State average proficiency is 70% in Math and 36% in Reading.
79
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
988
Total Students
$62136
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 29 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Hattiesburg High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:30 AM to 3:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 1.42%
Asian 0.1%
Hispanic 6.07%
Black 89.78%
Two+ Races 2.63%
Native Am. 0%
White
1.42%
Asian
0.1%
Hispanic
6.07%
Black
89.78%
Two+ Races
2.63%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 988
49.9%
493 Female
50.1%
495 Male

Student Population

988 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

247 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The "Capturing Kids' Hearts" program is a new program at Hattiesburg High School for the 2025–2026 school year. Its goal is to make the learning environment better and more connected for both staff and students. The Middle College Program at the school is also doing very well academically, with several students making the Pearl River Community College President's and Dean's Lists for their fall semester work. In addition, the campus has teamed up with Canopy Anywhere to create a new wellness curriculum that is meant to help all students' mental and social health.

FAQ

Q1. Can students take AP classes at Hattiesburg High School?

Ans. Yes, students can get ready for college-level work by taking Advanced Placement classes and tests.

Q2. How does Hattiesburg High School help students get ready for their careers?

Ans. Hattiesburg High School helps students explore and plan their careers by giving them advice, internships, and programs that connect them with career exploration and planning.

Q3. Are there any programs that are creative?

Ans. Yes, students can be creative through practical activities music, drama, and visual arts.

Q4. How does Hattiesburg High School encourage a good environment?

Ans. To make the space safe, welcoming, and open to everyone, people are told to be respectful, work together, and be responsible.

Q5. Do students get help getting ready for college?

Ans. Yes, of course! Students can take the SAT and ACT and get help planning for college.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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