Serving 587 students in grades 4-5, Lewisburg Intermediate ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewisburg Intermediate 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
Lewisburg Intermediate's student population of 587 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
587 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Lewisburg Intermediate 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 Lewisburg Intermediate is 0.39, 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
#28 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
12%
47%
White
77%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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 Lewisburg Intermediate's ranking?
Lewisburg Intermediate is ranked #28 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lewisburg Intermediate?
587 students attend Lewisburg Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Lewisburg Intermediate students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewisburg Intermediate?
Lewisburg Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewisburg Intermediate offer ?
Lewisburg Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Lewisburg Intermediate part of?
Lewisburg Intermediate is part of Desoto Co School District.
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