Serving 316 students in grades 5-6, Pontotoc Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pontotoc Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pontotoc Middle School's student population of 316 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pontotoc Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pontotoc Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
28%
45%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pontotoc City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pontotoc Middle School's ranking?
Pontotoc Middle School is ranked #303 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pontotoc Middle School?
316 students attend Pontotoc Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pontotoc Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pontotoc Middle School?
Pontotoc Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pontotoc Middle School offer ?
Pontotoc Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pontotoc Middle School part of?
Pontotoc Middle School is part of Pontotoc City School District.
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