Serving 355 students in grades 7-8, Pontotoc Junior 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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pontotoc Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pontotoc Junior High School's student population of 355 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Cultivating Warriors of Distinction
School Mascot
Warriors
School Rankings
Pontotoc 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 Pontotoc Junior High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
5%
Black
29%
47%
White
46%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontotoc Junior High School's ranking?
Pontotoc Junior 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 Junior High School?
355 students attend Pontotoc Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pontotoc Junior High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pontotoc Junior High School?
Pontotoc Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pontotoc Junior High School offer ?
Pontotoc Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pontotoc Junior High School part of?
Pontotoc Junior High School is part of Pontotoc City Schools School District.
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