Serving 532 students in grades 7-8, William M Colmer Middle 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 44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William M Colmer Middle School serves the southeast part of Pascagoula, MS, covering an area of approximately 26.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
William M Colmer Middle School's student population of 532 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
William M Colmer Middle 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 William M Colmer Middle School is 0.67, 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
#461 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
24%
7%
Black
47%
45%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 William M Colmer Middle School's ranking?
William M Colmer Middle School is ranked #461 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend William M Colmer Middle School?
532 students attend William M Colmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of William M Colmer Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William M Colmer Middle School?
William M Colmer Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does William M Colmer Middle School offer ?
William M Colmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William M Colmer Middle School part of?
William M Colmer Middle School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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