Serving 881 students in grades 7-8, Biloxi Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biloxi Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Biloxi Junior High School's student population of 881 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biloxi 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 Biloxi Junior High School is 0.69, 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
#219 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
17%
5%
Black
34%
47%
White
41%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
34%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biloxi Junior High School's ranking?
Biloxi Junior High School is ranked #219 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Biloxi Junior High School often compared to?
Biloxi Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Diberville Middle School, North Woolmarket Elementary And Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Biloxi Junior High School?
881 students attend Biloxi Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Biloxi Junior High School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biloxi Junior High School?
Biloxi Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Biloxi Junior High School offer ?
Biloxi Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Biloxi Junior High School part of?
Biloxi Junior High School is part of Biloxi Public School District.
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