Excellent
#97 of 863 schools in MS
Top 11% in state
Bay Waveland Middle School
Middle School · BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST
600 Pine St., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#97 of 863
In Bay St. Louis
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Bay Waveland Middle School
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About Bay Waveland Middle School
Bay Waveland Middle School is a public middle school in Bay St. Louis, MS, part of BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST. Bay Waveland Middle School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Bay Waveland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 863 schools in MS. Structured state assessment records for Bay Waveland Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- MS avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Bay Waveland Middle School — Students at Bay Waveland Middle School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Bay Waveland Middle School Compares
See how Bay Waveland Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 Pine St., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay Waveland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE (rated 6.4/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), a more accessible option. Additionally, HANCOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Kiln), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bay St. Louis, see our Bay St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| BAY HIGH SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| DOMINION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC. Bay St. Louis | 1.6 mi | — |
| OUR LADY ACADEMY Bay St. Louis | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ST STANISLAUS Bay St. Louis | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WAVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waveland | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pass Christian | 4.8 mi | 7.4 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 6.1 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kiln | 6.6 mi | 8.2 |
| HANCOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Kiln | 6.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HANCOCK HIGH SCHOOL Kiln | 6.9 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTH HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 7.0 mi | 7.1 |
| PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 8.2 mi | 9.0 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach | 8.8 mi | 9.0 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 10.3 mi | 7.4 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,139
Median Home Value
$202,600
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
15,471
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
48.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Indianola, MS | 8.3 |
| ROBERT L MERRITT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Indianola, MS | 8.0 |
| BAILEY MIDDLE APAC SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 7.9 |
| OVERSTREET ELEMENTARY Starkville, MS | 8.5 |
| OXFORD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Oxford, MS | 8.5 |
| FIFTH STREET SCHOOL West Point, MS | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay Waveland Middle School
What grades does Bay Waveland Middle School serve?
Bay Waveland Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bay Waveland Middle School?
Bay Waveland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Waveland Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay Waveland Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bay Waveland Middle School rank in MS?
Bay Waveland Middle School ranks #97 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Bay Waveland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay Waveland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bay Waveland Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay Waveland Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Bay Waveland Middle School a charter school?
No, Bay Waveland Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bay Waveland Middle School a Title I school?
No, Bay Waveland Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Waveland Middle School?
100.0% of students at Bay Waveland Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Hancock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.5%
- Phone
- (228) 463-0315
Resources & Links
District
BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 1,678
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,298
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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