Serving 948 students in grades 6-8, Pearl Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 948 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pearl Junior High School's student population of 948 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
948 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pearl Junior High School 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 Pearl Junior High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
5%
Black
39%
47%
White
44%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearl Junior High School's ranking?
Pearl Junior High School is ranked #378 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl Junior High School often compared to?
Pearl Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pelahatchie Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl Junior High School?
948 students attend Pearl Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pearl Junior High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl Junior High School?
Pearl Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pearl Junior High School offer ?
Pearl Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pearl Junior High School part of?
Pearl Junior High School is part of Pearl Public School District.
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