Serving 590 students in grades 4-5, Pearl Upper School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pearl Upper School's student population of 590 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Pearl Upper School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pearl Upper School is 0.64, 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
#236 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
35%
47%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Upper School's ranking?
Pearl Upper School is ranked #236 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl Upper School often compared to?
Pearl Upper Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl Upper School?
590 students attend Pearl Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pearl Upper School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl Upper School?
Pearl Upper School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pearl Upper School offer ?
Pearl Upper School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl Upper School part of?
Pearl Upper School is part of Pearl Public School District.
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