Serving 531 students in grades 6-8, Cardozo 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 11% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cardozo Middle School serves the southwest part of Jackson, MS, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cardozo Middle School's student population of 531 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Cardozo Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cardozo Middle School is 0.12, 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
#787 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
94%
45%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.7%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cardozo Middle School's ranking?
Cardozo Middle School is ranked #787 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Cardozo Middle School?
531 students attend Cardozo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cardozo Middle School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cardozo Middle School?
Cardozo Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cardozo Middle School offer ?
Cardozo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cardozo Middle School part of?
Cardozo Middle School is part of Jackson School District.
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