Serving 949 students in grades 6-8, St. Martin 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 47% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Martin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
St. Martin Middle School's student population of 949 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
St. Martin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Martin Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
19%
47%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Martin Middle School's ranking?
St. Martin Middle School is ranked #353 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin Middle School often compared to?
St. Martin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancleave Middle School, East Central Middle School, Ocean Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend St. Martin Middle School?
949 students attend St. Martin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of St. Martin Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Martin Middle School?
St. Martin Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Martin Middle School offer ?
St. Martin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin Middle School part of?
St. Martin Middle School is part of Jackson Co School District.
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