Serving 348 students in grades 7-12, Puckett Attendance Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puckett Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Puckett Attendance Center's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Puckett Attendance Center 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 Puckett Attendance Center is 0.36, 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
#243 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
18%
47%
White
78%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Puckett Attendance Center's ranking?
Puckett Attendance Center is ranked #243 out of 805 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Puckett Attendance Center?
The graduation rate of Puckett Attendance Center is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Puckett Attendance Center?
348 students attend Puckett Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Puckett Attendance Center students are White, 18% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puckett Attendance Center?
Puckett Attendance Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Puckett Attendance Center offer ?
Puckett Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Puckett Attendance Center part of?
Puckett Attendance Center is part of Rankin Co School District.
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