Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, Center Hill Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 75% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Hill Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Center Hill Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Center Hill Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Hill Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#139 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
48%
45%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Hill Middle School's ranking?
Center Hill Middle School is ranked #139 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Center Hill Middle School often compared to?
Center Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisburg Middle School, Olive Branch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Center Hill Middle School?
757 students attend Center Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Center Hill Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Hill Middle School?
Center Hill Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Center Hill Middle School offer ?
Center Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center Hill Middle School part of?
Center Hill Middle School is part of Desoto County School District.
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