BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST

Biloxi Public School District serves 5,812 students across 10 schools in Harrison County, Mississippi. The district experienced a 2.8% enrollment decline from the prior year and operates with 456 teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1.

Academically, the district demonstrates performance above state averages. Math proficiency stands at 66.8% compared to Mississippi's 50.1% average, while reading proficiency is 57.8% versus the state average of 43.0%. The graduation rate of 91.1% exceeds the state average of 88.0%, indicating relatively strong completion outcomes.

The district serves a student population with significant economic need, with 66.8% of students classified as economically disadvantaged. Per-pupil spending of $16,368 exceeds the state average of $12,810, providing higher per-student resources than typical Mississippi districts.

Total district budget is $95.1 million, funded through a revenue mix of 43.4% local sources, 37.8% state funding, and 18.9% federal dollars. This funding structure indicates substantial local contribution, though federal and state support remains significant. The combination of above-average academic proficiency, strong graduation rates, elevated per-pupil spending, and a student population with considerable economic challenges characterizes Biloxi as a district allocating substantial resources to serve students with greater support needs relative to state benchmarks.