Serving 440 students in grades 6-8, Magnolia Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magnolia Middle School serves the northeast part of Meridian, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnolia Middle School's student population of 440 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magnolia Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Middle School is 0.15, 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
#672 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
92%
45%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Middle School's ranking?
Magnolia Middle School is ranked #672 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Magnolia Middle School often compared to?
Magnolia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Middle School?
440 students attend Magnolia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Magnolia Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Middle School?
Magnolia Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magnolia Middle School offer ?
Magnolia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia Middle School part of?
Magnolia Middle School is part of Meridian School District.
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