Serving 997 students in grades 9-12, Pearl River Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl River Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pearl River Central High School's student population of 997 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Pearl River Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl River Central High School is 0.21, which is less 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
#106 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
4%
47%
White
89%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Pearl River Central High School's ranking?
Pearl River Central High School is ranked #106 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl River Central High School often compared to?
Pearl River Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Picayune Memorial High School, Poplarville Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pearl River Central High School?
The graduation rate of Pearl River Central High School is 84%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Pearl River Central High School?
997 students attend Pearl River Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pearl River Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl River Central High School?
Pearl River Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pearl River Central High School offer ?
Pearl River Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl River Central High School part of?
Pearl River Central High School is part of Pearl River Co School District.
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