Pearl Public Schools

District Overview
Located at 3375 Highway 80 East in Pearl, Mississippi, Pearl Public Schools serves as a vital educational hub within the greater Jackson metropolitan area. Operating as an open, traditional public school district in a large suburban setting, the district encompasses five active schools that deliver a seamless learning experience for over 4,200 students. Pearl Public Schools offers a complete educational continuum, spanning from early pre-kindergarten programs through grade 13, ensuring local children are supported from their initial steps in education through high school completion and transitional pathways. Parents, students, and researchers can explore the district’s offerings and community resources through its administrative headquarters or online at pearlk12.com.

The district's vibrant student body reflects a diverse community, with balanced enrollment across elementary, middle, and high school levels. To support this student population, Pearl Public Schools maintains a robust educational infrastructure backed by a comprehensive workforce of more than 1,140 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. Classroom learning is anchored by a dedicated team of nearly 600 full-time teachers and 78 instructional aides, while an additional 469 support personnel oversee administrative, operational, and student services. This strong staffing foundation enables the district to maintain a nurturing, resource-rich environment tailored to academic achievement and holistic student development.
5
Total Schools
4,258
Total Students
594.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pearl Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White1,810
Hispanic485
Black1,697
Asian35
Two or More205
American Indian3
Pacific Islander23
  • White
    1,810 (42.5%)
  • Black
    1,697 (39.9%)
  • Hispanic
    485 (11.4%)
  • Two or More
    205 (4.8%)
  • Asian
    35 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    23 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Pearl Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:4,258*
Teachers (FTE):594.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in Pearl Public Schools
Found 5 Schools