Serving 680 students in grades 3-5, Gary Road Intermediate ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gary Road Intermediate's student population of 680 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
680 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Gary Road Intermediate ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gary Road Intermediate is 0.21, 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
#489 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
89%
45%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gary Road Intermediate's ranking?
Gary Road Intermediate is ranked #489 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Gary Road Intermediate?
680 students attend Gary Road Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gary Road Intermediate students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gary Road Intermediate?
Gary Road Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gary Road Intermediate offer ?
Gary Road Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gary Road Intermediate part of?
Gary Road Intermediate is part of Hinds County School District.
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