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Diberville Middle School

Middle School · HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST

3320 WARRIOR DRIVE, Diberville, MS 39540

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

4th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#642 of 863

In Diberville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#18 of 22

HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST

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Diberville Middle School

5.2/10

Middle School in Diberville · grades 4th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Diberville Middle School

Diberville Middle School is a public middle school in Diberville, MS, part of HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST. Diberville Middle School serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Diberville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #642 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Diberville Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • MS avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,305
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Diberville Middle School — Students at Diberville Middle School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
81%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
59%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
59%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
51%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Diberville Middle School Compares

See how Diberville Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
26th percentile in MS
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3320 WARRIOR DRIVE, Diberville, MS 39540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Diberville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BILOXI UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Biloxi), which scores notably higher. Another option is BILOXI JUNIOR HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Biloxi), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OCEAN SPRINGS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHO (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Ocean Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Diberville, see our Diberville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Diberville 0.6 mi 7.4
ST MARTIN N ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 0.7 mi 6.8
DIBERVILLE ELEM Diberville 1.3 mi 6.6
GORENFLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 2.4 mi 6.2
NICHOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 2.6 mi 9.7
NATIVITY BVM CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 3.2 mi 5.3
NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 3.1 mi 8.5
BILOXI UPPER ELEMENTARY Biloxi 3.5 mi 8.3
BILOXI HIGH SCHOOL Biloxi 3.2 mi 7.2
BACK BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 3.5 mi 7.4
BILOXI JUNIOR HIGH Biloxi 3.4 mi 7.6
ST MARTIN EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocean Springs 3.9 mi 7.7
ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ocean Springs 4.4 mi 5.8
TREEHOUSE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocean Springs 4.5 mi 6.4
OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Biloxi 4.8 mi 5.5
DIBERVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCH Biloxi 5.4 mi 6.7
CREEKBEND ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE Biloxi 5.5 mi 6.7
POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi 5.3 mi 7.5
OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocean Springs 5.3 mi 8.7
OCEAN SPRINGS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHO Ocean Springs 5.5 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,712

Median Home Value

$199,000

Median Rent

$1,177/mo

Population

13,033

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

38.3

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AMORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Amory, MS 5.2
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GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport, MS 5.3
JOEL E. SMILOW PREP Jackson, MS 5.3
PONTOTOC MIDDLE SCHOOL Pontotoc, MS 5.3
REIMAGINE PREP Jackson, MS 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Diberville Middle School

What grades does Diberville Middle School serve?

Diberville Middle School serves students in grades 4th through 8th.

How many students attend Diberville Middle School?

Diberville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Diberville Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Diberville Middle School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Diberville Middle School rank in MS?

Diberville Middle School ranks #642 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Diberville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Diberville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Diberville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Diberville Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Diberville Middle School a charter school?

No, Diberville Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Diberville Middle School a Title I school?

No, Diberville Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Diberville Middle School?

68.6% of students at Diberville 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

HARRISON CO SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
14,299
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,305
District Rank
#18 of 22

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