Serving 996 students in grades 6-8, Lewisburg Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 59% (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 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewisburg Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Hernando, MS, covering an area of approximately 92.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 10.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewisburg 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
Lewisburg Middle School's student population of 996 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
996 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewisburg Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewisburg Middle School is 0.41, 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
#42 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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)
59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-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 Lewisburg Middle School's ranking?
Lewisburg Middle School is ranked #42 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lewisburg Middle School often compared to?
Lewisburg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Hill Middle School, Hernando 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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lewisburg Middle School?
996 students attend Lewisburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lewisburg Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewisburg Middle School?
Lewisburg Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewisburg Middle School offer ?
Lewisburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewisburg Middle School part of?
Lewisburg Middle School is part of Desoto County School District.
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