Best Middle Schools in Zip Code 39553

The 39553 zip code area in Mississippi is home to two middle schools - Gautier Middle School and Singing River Academy, both serving grades 5-8 and part of the Pascagoula-Gautier School District. While Gautier Middle School has a statewide ranking between 83-113 out of 243-266 middle schools in Mississippi, Singing River Academy stands out with consistently high proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science that often exceed the district and state averages.

Gautier Middle School's performance is generally on par with or slightly above the district and state averages in 7th and 8th-grade proficiency rates. In contrast, Singing River Academy's 5th and 6th-grade proficiency rates are significantly higher than the district and state, suggesting the school is a standout performer despite serving a high-need student population, as indicated by the 100% free and reduced-price lunch rate shared by both schools.

Both schools have a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.3, which may contribute to their academic performance. However, the high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.9% at both schools is an area of concern that may require targeted interventions to improve student attendance and engagement. Given the proximity of the two schools and their shared district, there may be opportunities for collaboration and the sharing of best practices to address common challenges.