Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, East Central Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Central 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
East Central Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Central 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 East Central Middle School is 0.12, 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
#51 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
3%
47%
White
94%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
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 East Central Middle School's ranking?
East Central Middle School is ranked #51 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Central Middle School often compared to?
East Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancleave Middle School, St. Martin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend East Central Middle School?
615 students attend East Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of East Central Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Central Middle School?
East Central Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Central Middle School offer ?
East Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Central Middle School part of?
East Central Middle School is part of Jackson Co School Dist School District.
School Reviews
5 8/26/2019
Fantastic school! Caring staff and excellent facilities!
2 5/3/2011
Quality of academic programs - Poor
Availability of music, art, sports and other - Poor extracurricular activities - Poor
Academic or athletic awards - Poor
Facilities -Poor
Level of parent involvement - Could be great. Except no one wishes to deal with the staff.
2 4/27/2011
One of the worst schools in the State.
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