Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Coleman 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 8% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coleman Middle School serves the eastern part of Greenville, MS, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coleman Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Coleman 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 Coleman Middle School is 0.47, 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
#793 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Black
63%
45%
Two or more races
37%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleman Middle School's ranking?
Coleman Middle School is ranked #793 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Coleman Middle School often compared to?
Coleman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T.l. Weston Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Coleman Middle School?
287 students attend Coleman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Coleman Middle School students are Black, and 37% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman Middle School?
Coleman Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Coleman Middle School offer ?
Coleman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coleman Middle School part of?
Coleman Middle School is part of Greenville Public School District.
School Reviews
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