Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, Pearl River Central Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearl River Central Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Carriere, MS, encompassing approximately 134.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl River Central Junior High School's student population of 762 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pearl River Central Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl River Central Junior High School is 0.29, 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
#348 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
True Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl River Central Junior High School's ranking?
Pearl River Central Junior High School is ranked #348 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl River Central Junior High School often compared to?
Pearl River Central Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School Of Poplarville, Pearl River Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl River Central Junior High School?
762 students attend Pearl River Central Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pearl River Central Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl River Central Junior High School?
Pearl River Central Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl River Central Junior High School offer ?
Pearl River Central Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl River Central Junior High School part of?
Pearl River Central Junior High School is part of Pearl River County School District.
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