Serving 273 students in grades 7-8, Greenwood 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 45% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenwood Middle School's student population of 273 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Greenwood 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 Greenwood Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#610 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
98%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenwood Middle School's ranking?
Greenwood Middle School is ranked #610 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Greenwood Middle School?
273 students attend Greenwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Greenwood Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenwood Middle School?
Greenwood Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greenwood Middle School offer ?
Greenwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenwood Middle School part of?
Greenwood Middle School is part of Greenwood-Leflore Cons Sch School District.
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