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#412 of 863 schools in MS
Top 48% in state
Gautier Middle School
Middle School · PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT
1920 Graveline Road, Gautier, MS 39553
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#412 of 863
In Gautier
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#12 of 17
PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Gautier Middle School
Gautier Middle School is a public middle school in Gautier, MS, part of PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gautier Middle School serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Gautier Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #412 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Gautier Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.3
- MS avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
52% of students at Gautier Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Gautier Middle School — Students at Gautier Middle School score 46% 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: 7.1/10.
How Gautier Middle School Compares
See how Gautier Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1920 Graveline Road, Gautier, MS 39553
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gautier Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SINGING RIVER ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRENT LOTT ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Pascagoula), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OCEAN SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Ocean Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gautier, see our Gautier schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLEGE PARK ELEM Gautier | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| GAUTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gautier | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| GAUTIER HIGH SCHOOL Gautier | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SINGING RIVER ACADEMY Gautier | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| MARTIN BLUFF Gautier | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL - HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS Pascagoula | 4.9 mi | 6.7 |
| OCEAN SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Ocean Springs | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula | 5.3 mi | 8.9 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula | 5.3 mi | 9.2 |
| TRENT LOTT ACADEMY Pascagoula | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| PASCAGOULA HIGH SCHOOL Pascagoula | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula | 5.8 mi | 9.4 |
| MOSS POINT HIGH SCHOOL Moss Point | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MAGNOLIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Moss Point | 6.3 mi | 6.4 |
| EASTLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula | 6.5 mi | 6.8 |
| EXCEPTIONAL SCHOOL Pascagoula | 6.5 mi | 3.6 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pascagoula | 6.7 mi | — |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula | 6.7 mi | 8.7 |
| WILLIAM M COLMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Pascagoula | 6.7 mi | 6.5 |
| OCEAN SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Ocean Springs | 7.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39553 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,091
Median Home Value
$154,900
Median Rent
$1,070/mo
Population
17,644
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ENTERPRISE MIDDLE SCHOOL Enterprise, MS | 6.7 |
| KOSCIUSKO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Kosciusko, MS | 6.7 |
| MIDTOWN PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 6.7 |
| N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg, MS | 6.7 |
| T.L. WESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenville, MS | 6.7 |
| WEST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Collinsville, MS | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gautier Middle School
What grades does Gautier Middle School serve?
Gautier Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Gautier Middle School?
Gautier Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gautier Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gautier Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gautier Middle School rank in MS?
Gautier Middle School ranks #412 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Gautier Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gautier Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Gautier Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gautier Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gautier Middle School a charter school?
No, Gautier Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gautier Middle School a Title I school?
No, Gautier Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gautier Middle School?
100.0% of students at Gautier 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.2%
- Phone
- (228) 522-8806
Resources & Links
District
PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,501
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,771
- District Rank
- #12 of 17
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