Long Beach, Mississippi — Relocation Guide

Long Beach School District (PK–12), 19148 Commission Rd, Long Beach, MS 39560, (228) 864-1146. Mascot: Bearcats. PublicSchoolReview (2026–27): graduation rate 97% (top 5% in Mississippi); math proficiency 75%, reading 61%, science 76% — all top 5% in the state.

W. J. Quarles Elementary (PK–3) — 111 Quarles St. Ratings from queried sources: unverified.

Thomas L. Reeves Elementary (PK–3) — 214 St. Augustine Dr. Niche grade A; GreatSchools 7/10.

Harper McCaughan Elementary (4–6) — 19200 Pineville Rd. Ratings from queried sources: unverified.

Long Beach Middle School (7–8) — 204 N. Cleveland Ave. Niche grade A; GreatSchools 9/10.

Long Beach High School (9–12) — 300 E. Old Pass Rd. Niche grade A; GreatSchools 9/10 (2007 National Blue Ribbon School).

(Verify current attendance zones and ratings with the district before advising clients.)

Beaches & harbor: wide public beaches along Highway 90 for swimming and sunbathing; Long Beach Harbor and Pier for pier fishing, strolling, and boat watching (approx. 720 S Cleveland Ave); kayak and boat launches onto the Mississippi Sound.

Friendship Oak: 500+ year-old live oak on the University of Southern Mississippi Gulf Park campus, with the Friendship Oak Nature Trail nearby.

Trails & parks: Long Beach Bike Path for walking and cycling; city parks and sports complexes; Shepard State Park (a short drive east) for hiking, picnicking, and fishing.

Gulf Islands Waterpark: regional water park with slides, lazy river, and wave pool (seasonal).

Long Beach Model Train Museum: detailed miniature railway exhibit.

Long Beach Historical Society and Museum: local history exhibits, artifacts, and photos.

Long Beach Farmers Market: every Saturday morning — fresh produce, homemade goods, crafts.

Golf: The Oaks Golf Club and Windance Country Club are popular nearby options.

Dining (highly rated per Tripadvisor): Steve's Marina Restaurant (seafood), Harbor View Cafe (waterfront), Rusty Pelican, Lil' Ray's Restaurant, Bankhouse Coffee, Juan Tequila's.

Nearby: minutes from casino resorts, nightlife, and dining in Gulfport and Biloxi.

Community Conversations with the Mayor — September 17, 2026, 5:30 PM

Long Beach Fall Sidewalk Sale — September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM

Cruisin' the Coast — October 4–11, 2026, coast-wide. The Long Beach Parade rolls Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:30 PM.

Long Beach Show and Shine Car Show — October 5, 2026, 9:00 AM

Long Beach Mardi Gras Parade — Saturday, January 30, 2027, 6:00 PM, starting at Long Beach High School Stadium (Carnival Association of Long Beach)

Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) — February 9, 2027 (carnival season runs January 6 – February 9, 2027)

Long Beach 4th of July Jubilee — 2027 date unverified; typically held late June/early July (2026 event was June 27)

Annual Art Festival and Long Beach Live music festival — referenced in local guides but dates unverified; date TBA

(Festival dates change — confirm with event organizers before making plans.)