Serving 365 students in grades 6-8, Bay Waveland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Waveland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bay Waveland Middle School's student population of 365 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bay Waveland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Waveland Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#337 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
24%
45%
White
61%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Waveland Middle School's ranking?
Bay Waveland Middle School is ranked #337 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bay Waveland Middle School often compared to?
Bay Waveland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bay Waveland Middle School?
365 students attend Bay Waveland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bay Waveland Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay Waveland Middle School?
Bay Waveland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bay Waveland Middle School offer ?
Bay Waveland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay Waveland Middle School part of?
Bay Waveland Middle School is part of Bay Waveland School District.
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