Serving 404 students in grades 7-8, Pontotoc Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pontotoc Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pontotoc Junior High School's student population of 404 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pontotoc Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pontotoc Junior High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
4%
Black
27%
47%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontotoc Junior High School's ranking?
Pontotoc Junior High School is ranked #168 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Pontotoc Junior High School?
404 students attend Pontotoc Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pontotoc Junior High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pontotoc Junior High School?
Pontotoc Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pontotoc Junior High School offer ?
Pontotoc Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pontotoc Junior High School part of?
Pontotoc Junior High School is part of Pontotoc City Schools School District.
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