GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST

Gulfport School District serves 6,113 students across 11 schools in Harrison County, Mississippi, operating with 448 teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. The district experienced a 3.7% enrollment decline from the prior year, reflecting demographic shifts in its urban locale.

Academically, Gulfport performs above state averages in core subjects. Math proficiency stands at 58.4% compared to the state average of 50.1%, while reading proficiency reaches 59.2% against a state average of 43.0%. The graduation rate of 89.2% slightly exceeds Mississippi's 88.0% benchmark. However, chronic absenteeism at 19.3% represents a notable challenge affecting student engagement.

The district serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population at 91.2%, which significantly influences resource allocation and programmatic needs. Per-pupil spending of $11,434 falls below the state average of $12,810, indicating relatively constrained resources despite serving high-need students.

The district's total budget of $69.9 million derives from a diversified revenue structure: 43.0% from state sources, 39.4% from local revenue, and 17.6% from federal funding. This distribution reflects moderate local tax capacity coupled with state and federal support. The combination of above-average academic performance alongside economic disadvantage and below-average funding suggests operational efficiency, though enrollment decline and attendance issues warrant monitoring for sustainability.