Serving 1,183 students in grades 6-8, Hernando Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hernando Middle School serves the southern part of Hernando, MS, covering an area of approximately 108.6 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hernando Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hernando Middle School's student population of 1,183 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,183 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hernando Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernando Middle School is 0.45, 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
#25 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Hernando Middle School's ranking?
Hernando Middle School is ranked #25 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hernando Middle School often compared to?
Hernando Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisburg Middle School, Desoto Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Hernando Middle School?
1,183 students attend Hernando Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hernando Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hernando Middle School?
Hernando Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hernando Middle School offer ?
Hernando Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hernando Middle School part of?
Hernando Middle School is part of Desoto County School District.
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