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Petal Upper Elementary

400 Hillcrest Loop, Petal, MS 39465, United States
+1 (601) 584-7660
http://www.petalschools.com
6.7
Overall Rating

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Petal Upper Elementary Overview

About This School

Petal Upper Elementary is a public middle in Petal, Mississippi, serving 632 students in grades Grade 5-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 62% in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 51 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,029. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 68% White, 17% Black, 9% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

632
Total Students
Grade 5-6
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
51 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts62%
Mathematics71%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 5-6
County
Forrest County
Students per Counselor
632:1

Petal Upper Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

62%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 57%State Avg: 40%
71%
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
632
Students per Counselor

Petal Upper Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
51

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 Counselor632:1

Petal Upper Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.22%
Male
47.78%
Female
Total Enrollment: 632 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White68.35%
Hispanic9.49%
Asian0.95%
Black17.09%
Two or More Races3.8%
Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Petal Upper Elementary

Q: What is Petal Upper Elementary?

A: Petal Upper Elementary is a middle public located in Petal.

Q: How many students attend Petal Upper Elementary?

A: Petal Upper Elementary has approximately 632 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Petal Upper Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Petal Upper Elementary is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Petal Upper Elementary

Petal Upper Elementary is a public middle in Petal, Mississippi, serving 632 students in grades Grade 5-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 62% in ELA and 71% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 51 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,029. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 68% White, 17% Black, 9% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Petal Upper Elementary - Petal, MS

Quick Facts about Petal Upper Elementary
School NamePetal Upper Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 5-6
Location400 Hillcrest Loop, Petal, MS 39465, Petal, MS
CountyForrest County
Phone+1 (601) 584-7660
Total Students632
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers51
Rating6.7/10
ELA Proficiency62%
Math Proficiency71%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Petal Upper Elementary

What is Petal Upper Elementary?

Petal Upper Elementary is a middle public located in Petal.

How many students attend Petal Upper Elementary?

Petal Upper Elementary has approximately 632 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Petal Upper Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Petal Upper Elementary is 12:1.

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