Serving 510 students in grades 7-8, Picayune Junior High 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 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Picayune Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Picayune Junior High School's student population of 510 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Picayune Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Picayune Junior High School is 0.57, which is less 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
#454 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
33%
47%
White
57%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Picayune Junior High School's ranking?
Picayune Junior High School is ranked #454 out of 805 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 47% MS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Picayune Junior High School?
510 students attend Picayune Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Picayune Junior High School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Picayune Junior High School?
Picayune Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Picayune Junior High School offer ?
Picayune Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Picayune Junior High School part of?
Picayune Junior High School is part of Picayune School District.
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