Serving 472 students in grades 7-8, Gautier Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gautier Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gautier Middle School's student population of 472 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gautier Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gautier Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#196 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
4%
Black
44%
47%
White
35%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gautier Middle School's ranking?
Gautier Middle School is ranked #196 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Gautier Middle School often compared to?
Gautier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancleave Middle School, East Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Gautier Middle School?
472 students attend Gautier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Gautier Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gautier Middle School?
Gautier Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gautier Middle School offer ?
Gautier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Gautier Middle School part of?
Gautier Middle School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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