The best Mississippi high schools for athletes? According to a study, here are top 25
Survey says! Here are the high school for athletes in Mississippi. Did your school make the list?
Mississippi had its fair share of legends, particularly on the gridiron, headlined by Hall of Famers Walter Payton and Jerry Rice. That duo is just a small sample of the many past and present legends to come out of Mississippi. Today the state is home to many high school athletes who hope and dream to achieve that level of notoriety.
Which high schools in Mississippi are considered the best for athletes today? According to a study conducted by Niche , which accounts for survey feedback from students and parents—accounting for "reviews of athletics, number of state championships, student participation in athletics, and the number of sports offered at the school"—and data from the U. S.
Department of Education, these are the top 25. 25. West Lauderdale High School (Collinsville) Total number of sports: 13 24.
Madison Central High School Total number of sports: 26 23. Forest High School Total number of sports: 17 22. North Pontotoc High School (Ecru) Total number of sports: 19 21.