Serving 524 students in grades 5-6, Trent Lott 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 47% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 74% 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: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trent Lott Academy serves the southeast part of Pascagoula, MS, covering an area of approximately 26.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 6.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trent Lott's student population of 524 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trent Lott 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 Trent Lott is 0.68, 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
#412 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
25%
7%
Black
44%
45%
White
26%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trent Lott's ranking?
Trent Lott is ranked #412 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Trent Lott?
524 students attend Trent Lott.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Trent Lott students are Black, 26% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trent Lott?
Trent Lott has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Trent Lott offer ?
Trent Lott offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trent Lott part of?
Trent Lott is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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