Serving 416 students in grades 7-8, Gautier Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gautier Middle School serves the west part of Gautier, MS, covering an area of approximately 28.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gautier Middle School's student population of 416 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gautier Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gautier Middle School is 0.70, 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
#313 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
23%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.8%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gautier Middle School's ranking?
Gautier Middle School is ranked #313 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Gautier Middle School often compared to?
Gautier Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancleave Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Gautier Middle School?
416 students attend Gautier Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Gautier Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gautier Middle School?
Gautier Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gautier Middle School offer ?
Gautier Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gautier Middle School part of?
Gautier Middle School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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