Serving 241 students in grades 7-8, South Pike Junior High 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 38% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pike Junior High School's student population of 241 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Pike Junior High 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 South Pike Junior High School is 0.23, 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
#603 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
45%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
40%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
8%
Showing 2000–2013. Full 15-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 South Pike Junior High School's ranking?
South Pike Junior High School is ranked #603 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Pike Junior High School?
241 students attend South Pike Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Pike Junior High School students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Pike Junior High School?
South Pike Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Pike Junior High School offer ?
South Pike Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Pike Junior High School part of?
South Pike Junior High School is part of South Pike School District.
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