Pearl Jr High School
944 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Pearl Junior High School, located at 200 Mary Ann Drive in Pearl, Mississippi, serves as a key educational institution within the Pearl Public School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on the academic, social, and emotional development of students in the seventh and eighth grades. By fostering a structured learning environment, the school aims to prepare its adolescent students for the rigors of secondary education while encouraging them to take ownership of their academic progress and personal growth.
In addition to its core curriculum, Pearl Junior High emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular opportunities, athletics, and clubs. The school is known for its commitment to the "Pirate" community spirit, consistently striving to uphold high standards of excellence both in the classroom and in extracurricular endeavors. With a focus on community engagement and student success, the institution plays a vital role in the Pearl school system by providing a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential before transitioning to Pearl High School.
In addition to its core curriculum, Pearl Junior High emphasizes a well-rounded student experience through various extracurricular opportunities, athletics, and clubs. The school is known for its commitment to the "Pirate" community spirit, consistently striving to uphold high standards of excellence both in the classroom and in extracurricular endeavors. With a focus on community engagement and student success, the institution plays a vital role in the Pearl school system by providing a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential before transitioning to Pearl High School.
944
Total Students
72.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 408 |
| Hispanic | 114 |
| Black | 381 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 31 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White408 (43.2%)
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Black381 (40.4%)
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Hispanic114 (12.1%)
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Two or More31 (3.3%)
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Asian7 (0.7%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Pearl Public Schools |
| Phone: | (601)932-7952 |
| Website: | http://www.pearlk12.com |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 944 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 72.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 512 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 157 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
319
Grade 7
319
Grade 8
306
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 319 |
| Grade 7 | 319 |
| Grade 8 | 306 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 478 | 50.6% |
| Male | 466 | 49.4% |
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