Serving 374 students in grades 6-8, South Pontotoc 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 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pontotoc Middle School's student population of 374 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Pontotoc 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 South Pontotoc Middle School is 0.30, 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
#258 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
7%
47%
White
83%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pontotoc Middle School's ranking?
South Pontotoc Middle School is ranked #258 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Pontotoc Middle School?
374 students attend South Pontotoc Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of South Pontotoc Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pontotoc Middle School?
South Pontotoc Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Pontotoc Middle School offer ?
South Pontotoc Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Pontotoc Middle School part of?
South Pontotoc Middle School is part of Pontotoc Co School District.
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