Serving 476 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 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for the Middle School of Poplarville encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 493.2 square miles in Poplarville, MS. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 19.6 miles.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Middle School Of Poplarville's student population of 476 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Middle School Of Poplarville 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 Middle School Of Poplarville is 0.32, 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
#320 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
9%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
82%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School Of Poplarville's ranking?
Middle School Of Poplarville is ranked #320 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Middle School Of Poplarville often compared to?
Middle School Of Poplarvilleis often viewed alongside schools like Pearl River Central Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
476 students attend Middle School Of Poplarville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Middle School Of Poplarville students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School Of Poplarville?
Middle School Of Poplarville has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
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 School District.
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