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Petal Middle School

203 East Central Avenue, Petal, MS 39465, United States
+1 (601) 584-6301
http://www.petalschools.com
6.4
Overall Rating

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Petal Middle School Overview

About This School

Petal Middle School is a public middle in Petal, Mississippi, serving 645 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 55% in ELA and 73% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 50 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,029. The student body is composed of 55% male and 45% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 72% White, 18% Black, 6% Hispanic, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

645
Total Students
Grade 7-8
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
50 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts55%
Mathematics73%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-8
County
Forrest County
Students per Counselor
645:1

Petal Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

55%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 57%State Avg: 40%
73%
Mathematics
City Avg: 71%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
645
Students per Counselor

Petal Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
50

Average Teacher Salary

$62,029
City Avg: $61,436
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor645:1

Petal Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

54.57%
Male
45.43%
Female
Total Enrollment: 645 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White72.4%
Hispanic5.74%
Asian0.78%
Black17.98%
Two or More Races2.79%
Native American0%

Petal Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Petal Middle School

Q: What is Petal Middle School?

A: Petal Middle School is a middle public located in Petal.

Q: How many students attend Petal Middle School?

A: Petal Middle School has approximately 645 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Petal Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Petal Middle School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Petal Middle School

Petal Middle School is a public middle in Petal, Mississippi, serving 645 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 55% in ELA and 73% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 50 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,029. The student body is composed of 55% male and 45% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 72% White, 18% Black, 6% Hispanic, 3% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

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About Petal Middle School - Petal, MS

Quick Facts about Petal Middle School
School NamePetal Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-8
Location203 East Central Avenue, Petal, MS 39465, Petal, MS
CountyForrest County
Phone+1 (601) 584-6301
Total Students645
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers50
Rating6.4/10
ELA Proficiency55%
Math Proficiency73%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Petal Middle School

What is Petal Middle School?

Petal Middle School is a middle public located in Petal.

How many students attend Petal Middle School?

Petal Middle School has approximately 645 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Petal Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Petal Middle School is 12:1.

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