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Picayune Junior High School

702 Goodyear Blvd., Picayune, MS 39466, United States
+1 (601) 798-5449
http://picayuneschools.org
4.0
Overall Rating

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Picayune Junior High School Overview

About This School

Picayune Junior High School is a public middle in Picayune, Mississippi, serving 465 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 35% in ELA and 44% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $48,012. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 58% White, 27% Black, 10% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

465
Total Students
Grade 7-8
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
27 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts35%
Mathematics44%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 7-8
County
Pearl River County
Students per Counselor
465:1

Picayune Junior High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

35%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 42%State Avg: 40%
44%
Mathematics
City Avg: 34%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 68.3:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
465
Students per Counselor

Picayune Junior High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
27

Average Teacher Salary

$48,012
City Avg: $48,589
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor465:1

Picayune Junior High School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.04%
Male
47.96%
Female
Total Enrollment: 465 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White57.63%
Hispanic10.32%
Asian0.65%
Black27.31%
Two or More Races4.09%
Native American0%

Picayune Junior High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Picayune Junior High School

Q: What is Picayune Junior High School?

A: Picayune Junior High School is a middle public located in Picayune.

Q: How many students attend Picayune Junior High School?

A: Picayune Junior High School has approximately 465 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Picayune Junior High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Picayune Junior High School is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Picayune Junior High School

Picayune Junior High School is a public middle in Picayune, Mississippi, serving 465 students in grades Grade 7-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 35% in ELA and 44% in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $48,012. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 58% White, 27% Black, 10% 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 Picayune Junior High School - Picayune, MS

Quick Facts about Picayune Junior High School
School NamePicayune Junior High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 7-8
Location702 Goodyear Blvd., Picayune, MS 39466, Picayune, MS
CountyPearl River County
Phone+1 (601) 798-5449
Total Students465
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers27
Rating4/10
ELA Proficiency35%
Math Proficiency44%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Picayune Junior High School

What is Picayune Junior High School?

Picayune Junior High School is a middle public located in Picayune.

How many students attend Picayune Junior High School?

Picayune Junior High School has approximately 465 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Picayune Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Picayune Junior High School is 17:1.

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