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.
940
Total Students
60.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
62.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Picayune Memorial High School
Demographic Student Count
White559
Hispanic71
Black279
Asian8
Two or More21
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    559 (59.5%)
  • Black
    279 (29.7%)
  • Hispanic
    71 (7.6%)
  • Two or More
    21 (2.2%)
  • Asian
    8 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Picayune Memorial High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 134
Grade 9240
Grade 10257
Grade 11240
Grade 12199
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Picayune Memorial High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female45948.8%
Male48151.2%