For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 416 students in Gautier, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in Gautier, MS is Gautier Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gautier, MS public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in Gautier have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Gautier, MS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gautier Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1920 Graveline Road
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8806
Gautier, MS 39553
(228) 522-8806
Gr: 7-8 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Gautier, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Gautier, MS include Gautier Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Gautier?
1 public middle schools are located in Gautier.
What is the racial composition of students in Gautier?
Gautier public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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