Serving 525 students in grades 7-8, N R Burger Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: N R Burger Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hattiesburg, MS, covering approximately 24.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
N R Burger Middle School's student population of 525 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Average Class Size
17 students
School Motto
To Educate All Students To Become Productive Citizens of A Dynamic, Global Community
School Rankings
N R Burger Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of N R Burger Middle School is 0.33, 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
#523 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tiger blue and gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is N R Burger Middle School's ranking?
N R Burger Middle School is ranked #523 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend N R Burger Middle School?
525 students attend N R Burger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of N R Burger Middle School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of N R Burger Middle School?
N R Burger Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does N R Burger Middle School offer ?
N R Burger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is N R Burger Middle School part of?
N R Burger Middle School is part of Hattiesburg School District.
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