Middle School Of Poplarville

6 Spirit Street
Poplarville, MS 39470
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 454 students in grades 6-8, Middle School Of Poplarville 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 47% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 50% in MS
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Middle School Of Poplarville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

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School Overview

Middle School Of Poplarville's student population of 454 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Middle School Of Poplarville ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School Of Poplarville is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MS)
#353 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
47%
47%
42%
42%
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
11%
47%
White
82%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.31
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Middle School Of Poplarville's ranking?
Middle School Of Poplarville is ranked #353 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Middle School Of Poplarville?
454 students attend Middle School Of Poplarville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Middle School Of Poplarville students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School Of Poplarville?
Middle School Of Poplarville has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middle School Of Poplarville offer ?
Middle School Of Poplarville offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle School Of Poplarville part of?
Middle School Of Poplarville is part of Poplarville Separate School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 454 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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