Serving 936 students in grades 9-13, Picayune Memorial 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 936 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Picayune Memorial High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Picayune, MS, covering approximately 191.8 square miles. This area typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Picayune Memorial High School's student population of 936 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
936 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Rankings
Picayune Memorial 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 Picayune Memorial High School is 0.56, 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
#278 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
79%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-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
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Maroon Tide
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Picayune Memorial High School's ranking?
Picayune Memorial High School is ranked #278 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Picayune Memorial High School often compared to?
Picayune Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearl River Central High School, Poplarville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Picayune Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Picayune Memorial High School is 79%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Picayune Memorial High School?
936 students attend Picayune Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Picayune Memorial High School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Picayune Memorial High School?
Picayune Memorial High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Picayune Memorial High School offer ?
Picayune Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Picayune Memorial High School part of?
Picayune Memorial High School is part of Picayune School District.
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