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Ocean Springs School District

Ocean Springs High School

#2 in Best Public High Schools in Mississippi
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 286 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      B-
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Ocean Springs High School is a highly rated, public school located in Ocean Springs, MS. It has 1,774 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. According to state test scores, 55% of students are at least proficient in math and 68% in reading.
    Address
    6701 Old Spanish Trail
    Ocean Springs, MS 39564
    Telephone
    (228) 875-0333
    Website
    ossdms.org
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    Ocean Springs High School Rankings

    Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.

    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    68%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    55%
    Average Graduation Rate
    91%
    Average SAT
    1170
    19 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    351 responses
    AP Enrollment
    25%
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    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B+
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $50,274
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $847
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $125,100
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    92%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.26 responses
    Poll
    77%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.26 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 62 responses
    Report
    • Pep rallies and Spirit week
      34%
    • Football games
      18%
    • Homecoming
      13%
    • When we have cook outs
      11%
    • Theatre Performances
      8%
    • Pep rallies
      6%
    • Drill Competitions (JROTC)
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,774
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    37%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.29 responses
    97%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.29 responses
    93%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.29 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    17:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $45,061
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.1%
    72%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.39 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.39 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.39 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $8,349/ year
    National
    $12,239
    90%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.41 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.41 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.41 responses
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    Ocean Springs High School Reviews

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    What I liked about Ocean Springs High School was that I had the availability to be whoever/whatever I wanted. They provided me with many opportunities to participate in the school. The only thing that I would change would be the attitudes of some of my peers, which doesn’t really have anything to do with the high school itself. Go greyhounds!
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    Ocean Springs has a nice environment with amazing teachers and classes. The teachers are lenient with deadlines and are understanding. They offer tutoring and extra help to any student who might be struggling with the coursework. There is also a diverse range of classes ranging from regular to honors to ap to ib to dual credit classes. There is also about 3o clubs to enter to fulfill everybody's needs!
    My experience at Ocean Springs Highs School has been astonishing. The teachers are astounding at teaching the subject you are in. The teachers aspire to challenge the student's knowledge to open their minds to information they haven't applied. When you are struggling in the class the teacher is always by your side making sure you will pass. That is what I love about the teachers there. Another big thing is the ACT scores. Ocean Springs challenges students to broaden their scores so they can get a good scholarship to a college. Every day kids including me make new friends creating great memories there with the pep er rallies and game days. A things I would change or would like to change would be the food they serve. The food there is never great. It is not like a home-style meal. It would be great if we had options like fast food. For example, Pizza Hut and Chick fil a. Everything else is wonderful. That is what Ocean Springs highschool is with me.