Serving 1,240 students in grades 6-8, Brandon Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Brandon Middle School's student population of 1,240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandon Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#60 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
35%
47%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Middle School's ranking?
Brandon Middle School is ranked #60 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Brandon Middle School often compared to?
Brandon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Rankin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Brandon Middle School?
1,240 students attend Brandon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Brandon Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandon Middle School?
Brandon Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandon Middle School offer ?
Brandon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brandon Middle School part of?
Brandon Middle School is part of Rankin Co School Dist School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
brandon schools are the best and they have good teachers and everything .i have a daughter that goes there and i havent had any problems with the schools in brandon .i moved here from hattiesburg so my child could go here .its been wonderful the employee at the school are wonderful they really look out for one another .i would rcommend any one.
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