Picayune Memorial High School
940 Students
High School 9th - 13
School Overview
Picayune Memorial High School (PMHS), located in Picayune, Mississippi, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Picayune School District. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a commitment to academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and the personal development of its student body. As a hub for the region, the high school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce, while fostering a sense of school pride rooted in the tradition of the "Picayune Maroon Tide."
Beyond its core academic offerings, PMHS provides a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and vocational opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. The school’s administration and faculty focus on maintaining a supportive environment that prioritizes student success and safety. By utilizing resources provided through the Picayune School District’s central mission, the high school strives to equip its graduates with the tools necessary to navigate future challenges while remaining connected to the values of their hometown.
Beyond its core academic offerings, PMHS provides a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and vocational opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests and build leadership skills. The school’s administration and faculty focus on maintaining a supportive environment that prioritizes student success and safety. By utilizing resources provided through the Picayune School District’s central mission, the high school strives to equip its graduates with the tools necessary to navigate future challenges while remaining connected to the values of their hometown.
940
Total Students
60.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 559 |
| Hispanic | 71 |
| Black | 279 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White559 (59.5%)
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Black279 (29.7%)
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Hispanic71 (7.6%)
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Two or More21 (2.2%)
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Asian8 (0.9%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Picayune School District |
| Phone: | (601)798-1380 |
| Website: | http://picayuneschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 13 |
| Total Students: | 940 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 60.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 542 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 47 |
Grades Taught
Grade 13
4
Grade 9
240
Grade 10
257
Grade 11
240
Grade 12
199
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 13 | 4 |
| Grade 9 | 240 |
| Grade 10 | 257 |
| Grade 11 | 240 |
| Grade 12 | 199 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 459 | 48.8% |
| Male | 481 | 51.2% |
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