Serving 944 students in grades 6-8, Pearl Jr 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 47% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pearl, MS, covering approximately 25.7 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the nearest boundary and the furthest edge being 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl Jr High School's student population of 944 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
944 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Rankings
Pearl Jr 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 Pearl Jr High School is 0.64, 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
#428 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
41%
45%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl Jr High School's ranking?
Pearl Jr High School is ranked #428 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl Jr High School often compared to?
Pearl Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelahatchie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl Jr High School?
944 students attend Pearl Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pearl Jr High School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl Jr High School?
Pearl Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl Jr High School offer ?
Pearl Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl Jr High School part of?
Pearl Jr High School is part of Pearl School District.
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