Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, Purvis Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to 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 16% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purvis Middle School's student population of 383 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Purvis Middle 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 Purvis Middle School is 0.29, 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
#287 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
10%
47%
White
84%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
49%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purvis Middle School's ranking?
Purvis Middle School is ranked #287 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Purvis Middle School often compared to?
Purvis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumrall Middle School, Purvis Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Purvis Middle School?
383 students attend Purvis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Purvis Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purvis Middle School?
Purvis Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Purvis Middle School offer ?
Purvis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Purvis Middle School part of?
Purvis Middle School is part of Lamar County School District.
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