Serving 416 students in grades 5-6, Singing River 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 57% (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 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Singing River Academy serves the northwest part of Gautier, MS, covering an area of approximately 20.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Singing River's student population of 416 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
Learners Today. Leaders Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Singing River 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 Singing River is 0.71, 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
#290 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
21%
7%
Black
33%
45%
White
37%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Singing River's ranking?
Singing River is ranked #290 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Singing River often compared to?
Singing Riveris often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% 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).
How many students attend Singing River?
416 students attend Singing River.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Singing River students are White, 33% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Singing River?
Singing River has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Singing River offer ?
Singing River offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Singing River part of?
Singing River is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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