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#400 of 863 schools in MS

Top 46% in state

N R Burger Middle School

Middle School · HATTIESBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

174 WSF TATUM DRIVE, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#400 of 863

In Hattiesburg

#14 of 18

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

HATTIESBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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N R Burger Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Hattiesburg · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About N R Burger Middle School

N R Burger Middle School is a public middle school in Hattiesburg, MS, part of HATTIESBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. N R Burger Middle School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. N R Burger Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #400 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for N R Burger Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • MS avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.7% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.1% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.8 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,215
Chronic Absenteeism28.5%

N R Burger Middle School — Students at N R Burger Middle School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.8% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
43%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
28%
2025
Math
51.7%
ELA
40.1%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How N R Burger Middle School Compares

See how N R Burger Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
54th percentile in MS
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

Location

174 WSF TATUM DRIVE, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering N R Burger Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Petal), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PETAL MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Petal), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hattiesburg, see our Hattiesburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg 0.1 mi 8.7
ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 0.9 mi 8.9
HAWKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 0.8 mi 7.9
PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg 1.2 mi 4.3
PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg 1.2 mi 6.2
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hattiesburg 1.9 mi 5.8
HATTIESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg 2.4 mi 6.6
WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 2.4 mi 8.8
EARL TRAVILLION ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg 2.4 mi 6.6
THAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 2.7 mi 6.3
GRACE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg 3.3 mi 8.1
PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Petal 3.6 mi 8.2
PETAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Petal 4.2 mi 7.1
MAIN STREET STATION Petal 4.9 mi 5.7
WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hattiesburg 5.0 mi
DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg 5.5 mi 9.2
PETAL PRIMARY SCHOOL Petal 6.5 mi 7.5
LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY Hattiesburg 6.4 mi 8.9
PETAL HIGH SCHOOL Petal 6.6 mi 7.1
PETAL ELEMENTARY Petal 6.7 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 39401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,287

Median Home Value

$120,100

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

41,916

College Educated

28.3%

Homeownership

42.6%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

30.7%

Median Age

30.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
GAUTIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Gautier, MS 6.7
KOSCIUSKO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Kosciusko, MS 6.7
MIDTOWN PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Jackson, MS 6.7
T.L. WESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenville, MS 6.7
WEST LAUDERDALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Collinsville, MS 6.7
LAFAYETTE MIDDLE SCHOOL Oxford, MS 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about N R Burger Middle School

What grades does N R Burger Middle School serve?

N R Burger Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend N R Burger Middle School?

N R Burger Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at N R Burger Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at N R Burger Middle School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does N R Burger Middle School rank in MS?

N R Burger Middle School ranks #400 of 863 schools in MS.

What is N R Burger Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

N R Burger 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 N R Burger Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, N R Burger Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is N R Burger Middle School a charter school?

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

Is N R Burger Middle School a Title I school?

No, N R Burger Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for N R Burger Middle School?

100.0% of students at N R Burger 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Forrest County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.5%

District

HATTIESBURG PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
District Enrollment
3,746
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,215
District Rank
#6 of 8

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