PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Pearl Public Schools school district, located in PEARL, MS with about 913 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 58 teachers, PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 200 Mary Ann Drive in Pearl, Mississippi, serves as a key educational institution within the Pearl Public School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the academic, social, and emotional development of students in the seventh and eighth grades. By fostering a structured learning environment, the school aims to prepare its adolescent students for the rigors of secondary education while encouraging them to take ownership of their academic progress and personal growth.
In addition to its core curriculum, Pearl Junior High emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular opportunities, athletics, and clubs. The school is known for its commitment to the "Pirate" community spirit, consistently striving to uphold high standards of excellence both in the classroom and in extracurricular endeavors. With a focus on community engagement and student success, the institution plays a vital role in the Pearl school system by providing a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential before transitioning to Pearl High School.
For more information, contact PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (601) 932-7952 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PEARL, MS 39208
(601) 932-7952
PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PEARL, MS with about 913 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Pearl Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 913
- Teachers:
- 58.96
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 913 students
- White
- 51.2%
- Black or African American
- 36.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.5%
- Two or more races
- 4.3%
- Asian
- 1.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.