Serving 1,103 students in grades 7-8, North Gulfport Middle School 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 was 30% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 32% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 74% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,103 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
63%
47%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Gulfport Middle School's ranking?
North Gulfport Middle School is ranked #393 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend North Gulfport Middle School?
1,103 students attend North Gulfport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Gulfport Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Gulfport Middle School?
North Gulfport Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Gulfport Middle School offer ?
North Gulfport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is North Gulfport Middle School part of?
North Gulfport Middle School is part of Harrison County School District.
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