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Gulfport Central Middle School

1310 42nd Avenue, Gulfport, MS, 39501

About Gulfport Central Middle School

Gulfport Central Middle School is a public middle school in Gulfport, Mississippi. It serves students in grades 6–8 in the Gulfport School District. The school is in a small city and has about 593 students. With about 48 full-time equivalent teachers, Gulfport Central Middle School has a student–teacher ratio of about 12:1, which is better than the average for the district. 4 full-time school counselors also help the school by providing academic and social-emotional support. The majority of the students are from minority groups, which is a reflection of the community around them. About 49% of the students are female and 51% are male. About 99% of the students come from low-income families, which shows that the school has a lot of students who need help. The school uses a standards-based curriculum that meets Mississippi state requirements and district goals to improve core instruction. Based on data from U.S. News, about 37% of students are proficient or better in Math, and about 30% are proficient or better in English Language Arts. The amount of money spent on each student is in line with what is typical for coastal Mississippi communities.

Gulfport Central Middle School Contact Information

Address

1310 42nd Avenue, Gulfport, MS, 39501

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Phone

(228) 870-1035

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 37%
Reading 30%
State average proficiency is 37% in Math and 30% in Reading.
48
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
593
Total Students
$62136
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 97 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Gulfport Central Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:20 AM to 3:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:05 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 11.47%
Asian 0.17%
Hispanic 4.72%
Black 78.08%
Two+ Races 5.06%
Native Am. 0.17%
White
11.47%
Asian
0.17%
Hispanic
4.72%
Black
78.08%
Two+ Races
5.06%
Native Am.
0.17%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 593
49.24%
292 Female
50.76%
301 Male

Student Population

593 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

197 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Gulfport Central Middle School in Gulfport, Mississippi, is making waves because it is so dedicated to helping students do well in school and grow as people. The goal of the school is to encourage students to be problem solvers, lifelong learners, and useful members of society. Gulfport Central Middle School has a lot of different classes, like English, math, history, science, and computer technology. Some students can even take advanced classes.

The school is great at the arts, with excellent programs in band, choir, and strings. It also offers a lot of elective classes like art, study hall, and remedial classes. The active Parent-Teacher Association at Gulfport Central Middle School also encourages parents to get involved and work with the school. The school has a strict curriculum that focuses on preparing students for college and careers. It places a lot of importance on critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

FAQ

Q1. What does Gulfport Central Middle School teach?

Ans. Gulfport Central Middle School focuses on getting students ready for school, teaching them to be responsible, and getting them ready for future learning.

Q2. What does the school do to encourage good behavior?

Ans. Students learn to be respectful and responsible when they have clear expectations and regular guidance.

Q3. What chances are there for students to get involved?

Ans. Students are encouraged to take part in activities that help them work together, lead, and follow their own interests.

Q4. How does the school help families get involved?

Ans. Families are welcome to come to events, talk to staff, and help their kids learn at home.

Q5. How does the school feel overall?

Ans. The school works hard to create a welcoming and organized space where students can do well and feel good.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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