Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dixie Attendance Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixie Attendance Center serves the northern part of its school district in Hattiesburg, MS, covering an area of approximately 67.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixie Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dixie Attendance Center's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dixie Attendance Center ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dixie Attendance Center is 0.61, 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
#156 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
30%
45%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dixie Attendance Center's ranking?
Dixie Attendance Center is ranked #156 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Dixie Attendance Center?
487 students attend Dixie Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Dixie Attendance Center students are White, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixie Attendance Center?
Dixie Attendance Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dixie Attendance Center offer ?
Dixie Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixie Attendance Center part of?
Dixie Attendance Center is part of Forrest County School District.
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