Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, Blackburn Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackburn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Blackburn Middle School's student population of 600 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackburn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackburn Middle School is 0.04, 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
#718 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
98%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackburn Middle School's ranking?
Blackburn Middle School is ranked #718 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Blackburn Middle School often compared to?
Blackburn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School, Chastain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Blackburn Middle School?
600 students attend Blackburn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Blackburn Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackburn Middle School?
Blackburn Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Blackburn Middle School offer ?
Blackburn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blackburn Middle School part of?
Blackburn Middle School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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