Serving 551 students in grades 5-8, West Lauderdale Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lauderdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Lauderdale Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lauderdale 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 West Lauderdale Middle School is 0.37, 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
#77 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
17%
47%
White
78%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
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 West Lauderdale Middle School's ranking?
West Lauderdale Middle School is ranked #77 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Lauderdale Middle School often compared to?
West Lauderdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hills Elementary School, Northeast Lauderdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend West Lauderdale Middle School?
551 students attend West Lauderdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West Lauderdale Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lauderdale Middle School?
West Lauderdale Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lauderdale Middle School offer ?
West Lauderdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is West Lauderdale Middle School part of?
West Lauderdale Middle School is part of Lauderdale Co School Dist School District.
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