Serving 223 students in grades 6-8, Port Gibson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Gibson Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Port Gibson, MS, encompassing approximately 501.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Gibson Middle School's student population of 223 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Port Gibson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Gibson Middle School is 0.08, 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
#713 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Gibson Middle School's ranking?
Port Gibson Middle School is ranked #713 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Port Gibson Middle School?
223 students attend Port Gibson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Port Gibson Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Gibson Middle School?
Port Gibson Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Port Gibson Middle School offer ?
Port Gibson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Port Gibson Middle School part of?
Port Gibson Middle School is part of Claiborne County School District.
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