Serving 447 students in grades 6-8, Purvis Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Purvis Middle School serves the southeast part of its school district in Purvis, MS, covering an area of approximately 117.8 square miles. Most families live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purvis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Purvis Middle School's student population of 447 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Purvis Middle 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 Purvis Middle School is 0.30, 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
#244 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purvis Middle School's ranking?
Purvis Middle School is ranked #244 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Purvis Middle School often compared to?
Purvis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumrall Middle School, Purvis Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Purvis Middle School?
447 students attend Purvis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Purvis Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purvis Middle School?
Purvis Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Purvis Middle School offer ?
Purvis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purvis Middle School part of?
Purvis Middle School is part of Lamar County School District.
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