PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Petal School District school district, located in PETAL, MS with about 612 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 39 teachers, PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY 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.

PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 400 Hillcrest Loop in Petal, Mississippi, serves as a key academic institution within the highly-regarded Petal School District. Catering to students in the upper elementary grades (typically spanning grades 3 through 5), the school focuses on building a strong foundational curriculum while fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating technology to prepare students for the demands of middle school.

Beyond academics, the school places a significant value on character development and community involvement, reflecting the broader mission of the Petal School District. By offering a range of extracurricular opportunities and maintaining a positive school culture, the institution strives to cultivate both the intellectual and social-emotional growth of its students. Its location in Petal provides a tight-knit community atmosphere, where educators and staff work closely with families to ensure each student has the resources and encouragement needed to succeed as they transition toward their secondary education years.

For more information, contact PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (601) 584-7660 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.