Serving 1,160 students in grades 6-8, Oak Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Grove Middle School serves the northeast part of Hattiesburg, MS, covering an area of approximately 75.3 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive of the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 4.8 miles, reaching up to 8.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Grove Middle School's student population of 1,160 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,160 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Oak Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#203 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
47%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
34%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 23-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 Oak Grove Middle School's ranking?
Oak Grove Middle School is ranked #203 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oak Grove Middle School often compared to?
Oak Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petal Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Middle School?
1,160 students attend Oak Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Oak Grove Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Middle School?
Oak Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Middle School offer ?
Oak Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove Middle School part of?
Oak Grove Middle School is part of Lamar County School District.
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