Serving 863 students in grades 7-8, Biloxi Junior High 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 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Biloxi Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire Biloxi school district, encompassing approximately 25.5 square miles. Most students typically drive between 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a furthest point of about 5.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biloxi Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Biloxi Junior High School's student population of 863 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
863 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Biloxi Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Biloxi Junior High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#163 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
18%
7%
Black
32%
45%
White
38%
40%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biloxi Junior High School's ranking?
Biloxi Junior High School is ranked #163 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Biloxi Junior High School often compared to?
Biloxi Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like D'iberville Middle School, North Woolmarket Elementary And Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Biloxi Junior High School?
863 students attend Biloxi Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Biloxi Junior High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biloxi Junior High School?
Biloxi Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Biloxi Junior High School offer ?
Biloxi Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biloxi Junior High School part of?
Biloxi Junior High School is part of Biloxi Public School District.
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