Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Martin Bluff ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Bluff ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Martin Bluff's student population of 402 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Bluff ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Bluff 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
#305 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
5%
Black
35%
47%
White
41%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Bluff's ranking?
Martin Bluff is ranked #305 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Martin Bluff often compared to?
Martin Bluffis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Martin Bluff?
402 students attend Martin Bluff.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Martin Bluff students are White, 35% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Bluff?
Martin Bluff has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martin Bluff offer ?
Martin Bluff offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Martin Bluff part of?
Martin Bluff is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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