Very Good
#318 of 863 schools in MS
Top 37% in state
Petal Middle School
Middle School · PETAL SCHOOL DIST
203 East Central Avenue, Petal, MS 39465
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#318 of 863
In Petal
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
PETAL SCHOOL DIST
Academic performance
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Petal Middle School
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About Petal Middle School
Petal Middle School is a public middle school in Petal, MS, part of PETAL SCHOOL DIST. Petal Middle School serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Petal Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Petal Middle School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- MS avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Petal Middle School — Students at Petal Middle School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
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 Petal Middle School Compares
See how Petal Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
203 East Central Avenue, Petal, MS 39465
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Petal Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Petal, see our Petal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Petal | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MAIN STREET STATION Petal | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PETAL PRIMARY SCHOOL Petal | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| HATTIESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PETAL HIGH SCHOOL Petal | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 3.6 mi | 8.9 |
| PETAL ELEMENTARY Petal | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 4.1 mi | 8.7 |
| N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HAWKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.0 mi | 7.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
| WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 4.1 mi | 8.8 |
| EARL TRAVILLION ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 5.3 mi | 4.3 |
| THAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 5.3 mi | — |
| NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTH FORREST HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39465 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,785
Median Home Value
$166,300
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
23,122
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NEW ALBANY MIDDLE SCHOOL New Albany, MS | 7.1 |
| NEW HOPE MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbus, MS | 7.1 |
| R.H. LONG BOONEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Booneville, MS | 7.0 |
| RIPLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Ripley, MS | 7.0 |
| VANCLEAVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Vancleave, MS | 7.0 |
| WEST HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport, MS | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Petal Middle School
What grades does Petal Middle School serve?
Petal Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Petal Middle School?
Petal Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Petal Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Petal Middle School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Petal Middle School rank in MS?
Petal Middle School ranks #318 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Petal Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Petal Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Petal Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Petal Middle School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Petal Middle School a charter school?
No, Petal Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Petal Middle School a Title I school?
No, Petal Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Petal Middle School?
57.8% of students at Petal 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Forrest County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (601) 584-6301
Resources & Links
District
PETAL SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 4,400
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,258
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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