What grades does SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL serve?

SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the SOUTHAVEN area.

Where is SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL located?

SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL is a urban school in SOUTHAVEN, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL is 16.3:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in SOUTHAVEN, MS?

Schools in SOUTHAVEN include SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the SOUTHAVEN area.

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Southaven High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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SOUTHAVEN, MS 38671

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Mon

Fall BreakEvent

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Oct

Fri

SHS Football home vs. TupeloEvent

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Oct

Wed

ACT - SeniorsEvent

Oct

Fri

SHS Football @ LewisburgEvent

Oct

Fri

SHS Football @ Desoto CentralEvent

Oct

Wed

SHS Trunk or TreatEvent

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,825

Student:Teacher

16.3:1

Locale

Suburban

District

DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

61.1%

Phone

(662)393-9300

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35%

47th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

26%

35th percentile in MS

Graduation Rate

89%

Chronic Absenteeism

12.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

12 courses offered

264 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

135 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

255 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

947 test takers

Athletics

7 sports, 8 teams

231 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1

Worse than average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,732

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

117

98% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$9,525

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,744

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$11,694

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 14%State 52%Local 34%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$240,977

-0.3% 1yr+27.5% 5yr

Memphis, TN metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.1%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

9.0%

Uninsured residents

8.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

5,266

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,945

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,322 (27%)

Other Health Impairment

1,093 (22%)

Autism

738 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

520 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

249 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

143 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,876

Current enrollment

Stable(+6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break

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Event

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

SHS Football home vs. Tupelo

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Event

Wed, Oct 14, 2026

ACT - Seniors

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST. Southaven High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	HSES Homecoming Week - Dress as Your Favorite Season or HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday (All)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Pathways Testing: ELADistrict-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	SHS Volleyball @ Hernando	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	1st Nine Week Exams: 3rd and 4th blockDistrict-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Pajama Day Sponsored by SHS Art Booster Club $1 cost for students	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Pathways Testing: BiologyDistrict-wide	exam	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	SHS Volleyball home vs. Olive Branch Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	1st Nine Week Exams: make-upsDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	SHS Football home vs. Tupelo Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	ACT - Seniors	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	SHS Football @ Lewisburg	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	SHS Football @ Desoto Central	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	SHS Trunk or Treat	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	National Art Honor Society Induction Ceremony Auditorium - Free Admission	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	SHS Football home vs. Horn Lake Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	SHS Football vs. Hernando Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	School Picture Day Check the school calendar for picture day details and any required forms.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Holidays (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Sat, Dec 5, 2026	18th Annual Christmas Craft Fair Sponsored by SHS Art Boosters Free admission to the event! Vendor Applications available for $40 booth fee, $25 food truck fee. E-mail: Jacqueline.oneal@dcsms.org or AHendricks@desotocountyms.gov for more information	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Christmas Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Christmas Parties District-wide Check the event notice for activity details and participation information.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	60% Day/Last Day of 1st Semester	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Break (ALL)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Staff Development Day	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Staff Development Day	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Student HolidayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the holiday date.	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Students' First Day Back	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	President's Day Holiday Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day Holiday (ALL)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Spring Break (All) School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good Friday Holiday (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Easter Holiday (All) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Easter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	Paraprofessional Appreciation Day District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Administrative Professionals Day District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Reading (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Apr 27, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Reading (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Writing (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Apr 29, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Writing (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Apr 30, 2027	MAAP State Testing - Make-ups (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Science (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates.	Staff Day	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 4th Grade Math (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	MAAP State Testing - 5th Grade Math (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	MAAP State Testing - Make-ups (Tentative)District-wide	exam	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Students' Last Day	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Teachers' Last Day	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day Holiday District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southaven High School

SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL has a total enrollment of 1,825 students and serves grades High. The school is part of the local school district in SOUTHAVEN, MS.