Serving 956 students in grades 6-8, Lewisburg Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewisburg 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
School Overview
Lewisburg Middle School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewisburg Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewisburg Middle School is 0.35, 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
#23 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
9%
47%
White
80%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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 Lewisburg Middle School's ranking?
Lewisburg Middle School is ranked #23 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lewisburg Middle School often compared to?
Lewisburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernando Middle School, Center Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Lewisburg Middle School?
956 students attend Lewisburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lewisburg Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewisburg Middle School?
Lewisburg Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewisburg Middle School offer ?
Lewisburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lewisburg Middle School part of?
Lewisburg Middle School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
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