Serving 707 students in grades 6-8, Lake Cormorant Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Cormorant Middle serves the western part of the Lake Cormorant, MS school district, covering an area of approximately 147.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Cormorant Middle School's student population of 707 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
707 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Cormorant Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Cormorant Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#382 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
7%
Black
45%
45%
White
35%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Cormorant Middle School's ranking?
Lake Cormorant Middle School is ranked #382 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lake Cormorant Middle School often compared to?
Lake Cormorant Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desoto Central Middle School, Hernando Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lake Cormorant Middle School?
707 students attend Lake Cormorant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lake Cormorant Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Cormorant Middle School?
Lake Cormorant Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Cormorant Middle School offer ?
Lake Cormorant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Cormorant Middle School part of?
Lake Cormorant Middle School is part of Desoto County School District.
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