Serving 946 students in grades 6-8, St. Martin Middle School 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 42% (which is equal to 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 43% 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: 946 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Martin Middle School serves the southwest part of Ocean Springs, MS, covering an area of approximately 81.7 square miles. Most students are within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 14.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Martin Middle School's student population of 946 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
946 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Rankings
St. Martin 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 St. Martin Middle School is 0.62, 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
#320 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
57%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Martin Middle School's ranking?
St. Martin Middle School is ranked #320 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin Middle School often compared to?
St. Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancleave Middle School, East Central Middle School, Ocean Springs Middle 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 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend St. Martin Middle School?
946 students attend St. Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of St. Martin Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Martin Middle School?
St. Martin Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Martin Middle School offer ?
St. Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin Middle School part of?
St. Martin Middle School is part of Jackson County School District.
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