Serving 510 students in grades 5-6, Trent Lott Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trent Lott Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Trent Lott Academy's student population of 510 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Trent Lott Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trent Lott Academy is 0.68, 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
#495 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
20%
5%
Black
45%
47%
White
28%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
5%
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 Trent Lott Academy's ranking?
Trent Lott Academy is ranked #495 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Trent Lott Academy?
510 students attend Trent Lott Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Trent Lott Academy students are Black, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trent Lott Academy?
Trent Lott Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trent Lott Academy offer ?
Trent Lott Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trent Lott Academy part of?
Trent Lott Academy is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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