Serving 1,115 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 75% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hernando Middle School's student population of 1,115 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hernando Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernando Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
11%
47%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
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 #19 out of 805 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?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Hernando Middle School?
1,115 students attend Hernando Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hernando Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hernando Middle School?
Hernando Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, 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
What school district is Hernando Middle School part of?
Hernando Middle School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
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