Serving 1,155 students in grades 6-8, Brandon Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandon Middle School serves the western part of Brandon, MS, covering an area of approximately 58.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 8.1 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brandon Middle School's student population of 1,155 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,155 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Brandon Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
33%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
57%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #161 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Brandon Middle School often compared to?
Brandon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Brandon Middle School?
1,155 students attend Brandon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Brandon Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandon Middle School?
Brandon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandon Middle School part of?
Brandon Middle School is part of Rankin County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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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