Serving 899 students in grades 7-8, Ocean Springs Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Springs Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ocean Springs school district, covering approximately 38.7 square miles. The area is typically a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Springs Middle School's student population of 899 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Academics. Arts. Athletics.
School Rankings
Ocean Springs Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Springs Middle School is 0.50, 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
#62 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Greyhound
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Springs Middle School's ranking?
Ocean Springs Middle School is ranked #62 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Ocean Springs Middle School often compared to?
Ocean Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Ocean Springs Middle School?
899 students attend Ocean Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ocean Springs Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Springs Middle School?
Ocean Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ocean Springs Middle School offer ?
Ocean Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocean Springs Middle School part of?
Ocean Springs Middle School is part of Ocean Springs School District.
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