Very Good
#230 of 863 schools in MS
Top 27% in state
Based on limited data
Petal Primary School
Elementary School · PETAL SCHOOL DIST
60 Herrington Road, Petal, MS 39465
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
1,089
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
1,089
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#230 of 863
In Petal
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
PETAL SCHOOL DIST
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Petal Primary School
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About Petal Primary School
Petal Primary School is a public elementary school in Petal, MS, part of PETAL SCHOOL DIST. Petal Primary School serves approximately 1,089 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Petal Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Petal Primary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Petal Primary School Compares
See how Petal Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
60 Herrington Road, Petal, MS 39465
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Petal Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER (rated 8.6/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Petal, see our Petal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PETAL HIGH SCHOOL Petal | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PETAL ELEMENTARY Petal | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| MAIN STREET STATION Petal | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PETAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Petal | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PETAL UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Petal | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| EARL TRAVILLION ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 6.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.1 mi | 8.9 |
| RUNNELSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Petal | 6.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HATTIESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.1 mi | 6.6 |
| HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 6.4 mi | 8.7 |
| N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| HAWKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.8 mi | 8.1 |
| WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.9 mi | 8.8 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 7.6 mi | 6.2 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 7.7 mi | 4.3 |
| NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 7.9 mi | 8.6 |
| NORTH FORREST HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 8.0 mi | 7.3 |
| THAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| ANN SMITH ELEMENTARY Ridgeland, MS | 7.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lucedale, MS | 7.5 |
| CALEDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia, MS | 7.6 |
| HENDERSON/WARD-STEWART ELEMENTARY Starkville, MS | 7.7 |
| ITAWAMBA ATTENDANCE CENTER Fulton, MS | 7.3 |
| ST MARTIN EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocean Springs, MS | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Petal Primary School
What grades does Petal Primary School serve?
Petal Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Petal Primary School?
Petal Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,089 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Petal Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Petal Primary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Petal Primary School rank in MS?
Petal Primary School ranks #230 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Petal Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Petal Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Petal Primary School a charter school?
No, Petal Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Petal Primary School a Title I school?
No, Petal Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Petal Primary School?
65.2% of students at Petal Primary 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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- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 1,089
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Forrest County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (601) 554-7244
Resources & Links
District
PETAL SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 4,400
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,258
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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