Serving 361 students in grades 7-8, Pontotoc Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pontotoc Junior High School's attendance zone covers the entire Pontotoc school district, encompassing approximately 101.6 square miles in Pontotoc, MS, with typical drive times of 10-15 minutes and an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 11.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pontotoc Jr High School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating Warriors of Distinction
School Rankings
Pontotoc Jr 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 Pontotoc Jr High School is 0.67, 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
#305 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)35.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Warrior Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontotoc Jr High School's ranking?
Pontotoc Jr High School is ranked #305 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pontotoc Jr High School?
361 students attend Pontotoc Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pontotoc Jr High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pontotoc Jr High School?
Pontotoc Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pontotoc Jr High School offer ?
Pontotoc Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pontotoc Jr High School part of?
Pontotoc Jr High School is part of Pontotoc City School District.
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