Serving 952 students in grades 9-12, Pearl River Central High School ranks in the top 20% 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 74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl River Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Carriere, MS, covering approximately 134.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl River Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pearl River Central High School's student population of 952 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
952 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Pearl River Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl River Central High School is 0.26, 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
#120 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
4%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
86%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-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 Pearl River Central High School's ranking?
Pearl River Central High School is ranked #120 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl River Central High School often compared to?
Pearl River Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Picayune Memorial High School, Poplarville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pearl River Central High School?
The graduation rate of Pearl River Central High School is 88%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Pearl River Central High School?
952 students attend Pearl River Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pearl River Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl River Central High School?
Pearl River Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl River Central High School offer ?
Pearl River Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl River Central High School part of?
Pearl River Central High School is part of Pearl River County School District.
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