Petal Primary School serves 1,016 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 1,016 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petal Primary School's student population of 1,016 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,016 students
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Motto
Empowering All Students To Thrive
School Rankings
The diversity score of Petal Primary School is 0.51, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
19%
45%
White
67%
40%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Petal Primary School?
1,016 students attend Petal Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Petal Primary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petal Primary School?
Petal Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petal Primary School offer ?
Petal Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Petal Primary School part of?
Petal Primary School is part of Petal School District.
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