Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Martin Bluff ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Martin Bluff serves the northwest part of Gautier, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin Bluff's student population of 410 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Martin Bluff 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 Martin Bluff is 0.71, 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
#216 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
34%
45%
White
37%
40%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Bluff's ranking?
Martin Bluff is ranked #216 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Martin Bluff often compared to?
Martin Bluffis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Martin Bluff?
410 students attend Martin Bluff.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Martin Bluff students are White, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martin Bluff?
Martin Bluff has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martin Bluff offer ?
Martin Bluff offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Bluff part of?
Martin Bluff is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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