Serving 359 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 21% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 85% 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: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magnolia Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Moss Point school district, covering approximately 157 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 6.5 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 19 miles, and most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magnolia Middle School's student population of 359 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.45, 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
#671 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-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 Magnolia Middle School's ranking?
Magnolia Middle School is ranked #671 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 East Central Middle School, Vancleave Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Middle School?
359 students attend Magnolia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Magnolia Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 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 Moss Point School District.
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