Serving 181 students in grades 6-8, Bay Springs Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bay Springs Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Bay Springs, MS, covering an area of approximately 264.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge being about 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bay Springs Middle School's student population of 181 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Chasing Excellence by Moving Forward... Together
School Rankings
Bay Springs Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Springs Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
88%
45%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Springs Middle School's ranking?
Bay Springs Middle School is ranked #600 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bay Springs Middle School often compared to?
Bay Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seminary Middle School, Stringer Attendance Center, Heidelberg Jr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bay Springs Middle School?
181 students attend Bay Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Bay Springs Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay Springs Middle School?
Bay Springs Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bay Springs Middle School offer ?
Bay Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay Springs Middle School part of?
Bay Springs Middle School is part of West Jasper School District.
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