Picayune School District

Located at 706 Goodyear Blvd. in Picayune, Mississippi, the Picayune School District serves as a primary educational anchor for its surrounding distant town community. As an open, traditional public school system, the district manages 11 operational campuses providing continuous educational pathways from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as extended high school and ungraded learning opportunities. For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district welcomes a diverse student body of 3,509 scholars, creating a welcoming and inclusive learning environment that reflects the vibrant demographic makeup of the greater Picayune metro area.

To support academic excellence and student well-being, the district maintains a robust operational foundation backed by a dedicated workforce of over 1,330 full-time equivalent team members. This professional network includes approximately 538 teachers, 90 instructional aides, and more than 700 support staff members who work collaboratively to maintain facilities, facilitate specialized services, and deliver tailored classroom instruction. For families, students, and researchers evaluating regional educational landscapes, the Picayune School District offers a well-resourced, community-focused public education system, with additional district resources and news accessible online at picayuneschools.org.