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#456 of 863 schools in MS
Long Beach Middle School
Middle School · LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST
204 N Cleveland Avenue, Long Beach, MS 39560
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#456 of 863
In Long Beach
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Long Beach Middle School
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About Long Beach Middle School
Long Beach Middle School is a public middle school in Long Beach, MS, part of LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST. Long Beach Middle School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Beach Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #456 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Long Beach Middle School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- MS avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Long Beach Middle School — Students at Long Beach Middle School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
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 Long Beach Middle School Compares
See how Long Beach Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
204 N Cleveland Avenue, Long Beach, MS 39560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Beach Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Gulfport), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Gulfport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 6.4 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 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| HARPER MC CAUGHAN ELEM SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| WJ QUARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| THOMAS L REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CENTRAL ELEM Gulfport | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| WEST HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 6.6 mi | 5.0 |
| HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 6.9 mi | 8.3 |
| HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 6.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 6.4 mi | 6.7 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenwood, MS | 6.4 |
| MAGNOLIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Moss Point, MS | 6.4 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian, MS | 6.4 |
| WILLIAM M COLMER MIDDLE SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 6.5 |
| HAZLEHURST MIDDLE SCHOOL Hazlehurst, MS | 6.3 |
| PURVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Purvis, MS | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Beach Middle School
What grades does Long Beach Middle School serve?
Long Beach Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Long Beach Middle School?
Long Beach Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Beach Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Beach Middle School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Beach Middle School rank in MS?
Long Beach Middle School ranks #456 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Long Beach Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Long Beach Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Long Beach Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Beach Middle School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Long Beach Middle School a charter school?
No, Long Beach Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Beach Middle School a Title I school?
No, Long Beach Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Beach Middle School?
58.5% of students at Long Beach 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (228) 864-3370
Resources & Links
District
LONG BEACH SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 2,897
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,009
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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