Serving 208 students in grades 5-8, Charleston 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 12% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charleston Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Charleston, MS school district, encompassing approximately 370.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.8 miles and the furthest edge located 16.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charleston Middle School's student population of 208 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
208 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the district is to provide all students with the opportunity to develop academically, physically, socially, and emotionally to their greatest potential in order to become self-sufficient, productive members of society.
School Rankings
Charleston 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 Charleston Middle School is 0.29, 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
#789 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston Middle School's ranking?
Charleston Middle School is ranked #789 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Charleston Middle School?
208 students attend Charleston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Charleston Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charleston Middle School?
Charleston Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Charleston Middle School offer ?
Charleston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charleston Middle School part of?
Charleston Middle School is part of East Tallahatchie School District.
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