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.
944
Total Students
72.4
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pearl Jr High School
Demographic Student Count
White408
Hispanic114
Black381
Asian7
Two or More31
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    408 (43.2%)
  • Black
    381 (40.4%)
  • Hispanic
    114 (12.1%)
  • Two or More
    31 (3.3%)
  • Asian
    7 (0.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pearl Jr High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6319
Grade 7319
Grade 8306
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pearl Jr High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female47850.6%
Male46649.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)