Serving 41 students in grades 1-12, Exceptional School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Exceptional School's student population of 41 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Exceptional School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Exceptional School is 0.67, 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
#753 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
5%
Black
34%
47%
White
42%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
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)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exceptional School's ranking?
Exceptional School is ranked #753 out of 795 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Exceptional School?
41 students attend Exceptional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Exceptional School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Exceptional School?
Exceptional School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Exceptional School offer ?
Exceptional School offers enrollment in grades 1-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Exceptional School part of?
Exceptional School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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