Serving 533 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 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
N R Burger Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
N R Burger Middle School's student population of 533 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
N R Burger Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of N R Burger Middle School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#524 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
85%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is N R Burger Middle School's ranking?
N R Burger Middle School is ranked #524 out of 805 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% 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?
533 students attend N R Burger Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of N R Burger Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does N R Burger Middle School offer ?
N R Burger Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is N R Burger Middle School part of?
N R Burger Middle School is part of Hattiesburg Public School District.
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