Summary:
Picayune School District in Mississippi is home to a single high school, Picayune Memorial High School, which has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance and improvement over the past few years.
Picayune Memorial High School has steadily climbed the statewide rankings, moving from the 104th position in 2022-2023 to the 55th position in 2024-2025, accompanied by an increase in its SchoolDigger rating from 3 to 4 stars. The school's students have outperformed the state average on several MAAP end-of-course exams, including Algebra I, English II, and U.S. History, showcasing its academic excellence. Despite the fact that 100% of its students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage, the school has been effective in serving its high-needs student population.
While the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 23.9% in the 2022-2023 school year is relatively high and could be an area for improvement, the overall data suggests that Picayune School District is home to a standout high school that is consistently outperforming the state average and providing a quality education to its students.
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