Ocean Springs High School ranked #1 by U.S. News and World Report

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs High School has been named the number one traditional high school in Mississippi by U.S. News and World Report.

The recognition places Ocean Springs at the top of the state’s rankings for academic performance and college readiness.

The annual rankings measure several factors including college readiness, state assessment scores, graduation rates, and how well students perform in advanced coursework.

The report also considers how successfully schools serve students from all backgrounds.

School leaders say the recognition is a reflection of the hard work put in every day by students, teachers, staff, and families.

For Ocean Springs High School, the number one ranking is a milestone and another sign of the school’s commitment to academic excellence.

Ocean Springs High School’s rankings come as the school begins another year focused on preparing students for success after graduation.