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Very Good

#196 of 862 schools in MS

Top 23% in state

Harper Mc Caughan Elem School

Middle School · LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST

19200 Pineville Rd, Long Beach, MS 39560

Enrollment

658

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.3

Grades

4th – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Long Beach

#1 of 5

public schools

Mississippi middle schools

#30 of 183

In district

#1 of 5

LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Exceptional

About Harper Mc Caughan Elem School

Harper McCaughan Elementary School serves 658 students in grades 4 through 6 as a middle school in Long Beach, Mississippi. With 44 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 15:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 154th out of 865 Mississippi schools, placing it in the 82nd percentile statewide.

Students show solid achievement across core subjects, with 67% reaching proficiency or above in mathematics and 60% meeting proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Located at 19200 Pineville Road, Harper McCaughan serves families in a stable suburban community where the median household income is $67,343 and median home values average $192,800. The surrounding ZIP code area has a population of 18,289 residents, with 27% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9%.

As a regular public school in Harrison County, Harper McCaughan Elementary provides middle-grade students with a solid educational foundation in a supportive mid-size suburban setting that offers both community stability and academic opportunity for growing learners.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+2.46 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.1Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67%
Reading/ELA Proficiency60%
Overall Proficiency64%
Expected (poverty-adj.)53%
vs. Expected+10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment3.8Fair25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,123

Harper Mc Caughan Elem School — Students at Harper Mc Caughan Elem School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
60%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Harper Mc Caughan Elem School Compares

See how Harper Mc Caughan Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
77th percentile in MS
Academic
9.1/10
9.1/10
Growth
7.9/10
Above average
Environment
3.8/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers

Location

19200 Pineville Rd, Long Beach, MS 39560

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harper Mc Caughan Elem School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE (rated 8.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Gulfport), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 0.6 mi 5.9
LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach 0.9 mi 7.1
LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach 1.2 mi 7.1
THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach 1.4 mi 7.2
COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach 2.4 mi 9.0
ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach 3.0 mi 6.6
PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian 3.1 mi 6.1
GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 3.3 mi 5.9
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 3.3 mi 4.7
TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport 3.5 mi 4.9
WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport 5.3 mi 5.7
NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport 4.9 mi 5.1
WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport 5.8 mi 6.8
CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport 5.9 mi 3.7
PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian 6.2 mi 6.5
PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian 6.2 mi 8.2
DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian 6.3 mi 6.5
HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport 7.1 mi 7.3
ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport 7.2 mi 7.0
CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport 7.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,090

Median Home Value

$210,800

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

18,505

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

40.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Harper Mc Caughan Elem School has a median household income of $73,090. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,800, with a median rent of $1,196/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg, MS 7.3
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CLINTON JR HI SCHOOL Clinton, MS 7.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harper Mc Caughan Elem School

What grades does Harper Mc Caughan Elem School serve?

Harper Mc Caughan Elem School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Harper Mc Caughan Elem School?

Harper Mc Caughan Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harper Mc Caughan Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harper Mc Caughan Elem School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harper Mc Caughan Elem School rank in MS?

Harper Mc Caughan Elem School is ranked #196 out of 862 schools in MS.

What is Harper Mc Caughan Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harper Mc Caughan Elem School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harper Mc Caughan Elem School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Harper Mc Caughan Elem School has 59.0% math proficiency and 54.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Harper Mc Caughan Elem School a charter school?

No, Harper Mc Caughan Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harper Mc Caughan Elem School a Title I school?

No, Harper Mc Caughan Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harper Mc Caughan Elem School?

62.0% of students at Harper Mc Caughan Elem 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,073/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Long Beach). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Harrison County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
2,897
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,009
District Rank
#1 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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