Serving 424 students in grades 6-8, Middle School Of Poplarville ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School Of Poplarville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Middle School Of Poplarville's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School Of Poplarville ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School Of Poplarville is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#254 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
10%
47%
White
83%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School Of Poplarville's ranking?
Middle School Of Poplarville is ranked #254 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Middle School Of Poplarville?
424 students attend Middle School Of Poplarville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Middle School Of Poplarville students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School Of Poplarville?
Middle School Of Poplarville has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Middle School Of Poplarville offer ?
Middle School Of Poplarville offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Middle School Of Poplarville part of?
Middle School Of Poplarville is part of Poplarville Separate School Dist School District.
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