Serving 350 students in grades 7-8, North Pike Junior High 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 39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Pike Junior High School's student population of 350 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
North Pike Junior High 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 North Pike Junior High School is 0.54, 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
#525 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
43%
45%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pike Junior High School's ranking?
North Pike Junior High School is ranked #525 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?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend North Pike Junior High School?
350 students attend North Pike Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of North Pike Junior High School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Pike Junior High School?
North Pike Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Pike Junior High School offer ?
North Pike Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Pike Junior High School part of?
North Pike Junior High School is part of North Pike Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I like somethings about this school, but the teachers i think they should go to school before they teach school. I mean almost all of you teachers.. Im sorry but, i havnt learned the correct stuff since 1st grade. I tell my parents what I have learned, and they say that's wrong so I want smarter teachers. Im going to 6th grade so I feel undertaught at this school sometimes
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