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Purvis High School

220 School Street, Purvis, MS 39475, United States
+1 (601) 794-6221
http://www.lamarcountyschools.org
6.5
Overall Rating

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Purvis High School Overview

About This School

Purvis High School is a public high school in Purvis, Mississippi, serving 614 students in grades 9-13th Grade. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 47% in ELA and 82% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 48 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,624. Guidance services are available through a ratio of 307 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 82% White, 10% Black, 4% Hispanic, and 4% Two or More Races.

614
Total Students
9-13th Grade
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
48 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts47%
Mathematics82%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
9-13th Grade
County
Lamar County
Students per Counselor
307:1

Purvis High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

47%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 40%
82%
Mathematics
City Avg: 62%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 13.5:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
307
Students per Counselor

Purvis High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
48

Average Teacher Salary

$53,624
City Avg: $53,624
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor307:1

Purvis High School Student Demographics

Student Body

52.77%
Male
47.23%
Female
Total Enrollment: 614 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White81.76%
Hispanic4.23%
Asian0.16%
Black9.93%
Two or More Races3.58%
Native American0.33%

Purvis High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Purvis High School

Q: How many students attend Purvis High School?

A: Purvis High School has approximately 614 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Purvis High School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Purvis High School

Purvis High School is a public high school in Purvis, Mississippi, serving 614 students in grades 9-13th Grade. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 47% in ELA and 82% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 48 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,624. Guidance services are available through a ratio of 307 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 82% White, 10% Black, 4% Hispanic, and 4% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Purvis High School - Purvis, MS

Quick Facts about Purvis High School
School NamePurvis High School
School Typepublic
Grade Levels9-13th Grade
Location220 School Street, Purvis, MS 39475, Purvis, MS
CountyLamar County
Phone+1 (601) 794-6221
Total Students614
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers48
Rating6.5/10
ELA Proficiency47%
Math Proficiency82%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Purvis High School

How many students attend Purvis High School?

Purvis High School has approximately 614 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Purvis High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Purvis High School is 12:1.

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