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Southaven High School

899 RASCO ROAD, SOUTHAVEN, MS, 38671

Top 10% School in Mississippi

Ranked 32 of 153 in Mississippi

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About Southaven High School

Southaven High School is a well-known public high school in Southaven, Mississippi. It serves students in grades 9 through 12. It has about 1,900 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of about 19:1. It is known as one of the best schools in the DeSoto County School District. The school is known for its dedication to academic growth, and 27% of students take Advanced Placement (AP) courses. There are a lot of different cultures represented in the student body. 81% of students are minorities, and 61% are economically disadvantaged, and it is one of the best High School in "Mississippi" . Southaven High School has good academic results, with 68% of students being good at math and 38% being good at reading. The school helps students take the ACT and SAT to help them reach their goals after high school. The school is in a growing suburban area where the median home price reflects the growth of the community. It has a good reputation for its wide range of subjects. In general, the school stands out because it strikes a good balance between preparing students for college and teaching them core academic skills.

Southaven High School Contact Information

Address

899 RASCO ROAD, SOUTHAVEN, MS, 38671

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Phone

(662) 393-9300

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 68%
Reading 38%
State average proficiency is 68% in Math and 38% in Reading.
112
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
2
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
1825
Total Students
$62136
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 32 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Southaven 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

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:25 AM to 3:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:10 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 19.34%
Asian 1.21%
Hispanic 10.85%
Black 60.77%
Two+ Races 7.56%
Native Am. 0.16%
White
19.34%
Asian
1.21%
Hispanic
10.85%
Black
60.77%
Two+ Races
7.56%
Native Am.
0.16%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1825
49.32%
900 Female
50.68%
925 Male

Student Population

1825 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

456 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

A senior student from Southaven High School's digital media program has earned a spot in the 2026 Disney Dreamers Academy, where they will learn real-world skills. This is a big deal for the school. The Extreme Archery Team recently came in 15th in the state, and the esports team made it to the final rounds of the Super Smash Bros. playoffs. This shows that the campus is also doing well in competitions. The school is still helping students grow academically through the new After School Tutoring program, which offers dedicated faculty support for all grade levels.

FAQ

Q1. Are students able to look into STEM options?

Ans. Yes, for sure! There are science, technology, engineering, and math programs that let students learn through practical activities.

Q2. Are there any programs that are creative?

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

Q3. What is the goal of Southaven High School?

Ans. Southaven High School wants to give students a challenging academic program while also encouraging them to be responsible, involved, and lifelong learners.

Q4. How does Southaven High School keep things positive?

Ans. A safe and productive learning environment is built on respect, accountability, and inclusion.

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

MLV

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
SLB

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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