Serving 993 students in grades 6-8, Pearl Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% 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: 993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pearl Junior High School's student population of 993 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearl Junior High 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 Pearl Junior High School is 0.63, 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
#217 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
4%
Black
40%
47%
White
46%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
6%
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 Pearl Junior High School's ranking?
Pearl Junior High School is ranked #217 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl Junior High School often compared to?
Pearl Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelahatchie Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl Junior High School?
993 students attend Pearl Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pearl Junior High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl Junior High School?
Pearl Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl Junior High School offer ?
Pearl Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pearl Junior High School part of?
Pearl Junior High School is part of Pearl Public School District.
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