Serving 526 students in grades 4-8, Diberville Middle 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diberville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Diberville Middle School's student population of 526 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Diberville 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 Diberville Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#201 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
15%
5%
Black
27%
47%
White
40%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diberville Middle School's ranking?
Diberville Middle School is ranked #201 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Diberville Middle School often compared to?
Diberville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Biloxi Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Diberville Middle School?
526 students attend Diberville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Diberville Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Diberville Middle School?
Diberville Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Diberville Middle School offer ?
Diberville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diberville Middle School part of?
Diberville Middle School is part of Harrison Co School District.
School Reviews
5 11/19/2018
great
5 11/19/2018
good school that i always go to and get yelled at
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