Best Newton Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 178 students in Newton, MS.
The top-ranked public middle school in Newton, MS is N H Pilate Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, MS public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Mississippi public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in Newton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle school average of 54% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Newton, MS (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
N H Pilate Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
531 E. Church Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Gr: 6-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Newton, MS?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Newton, MS include N H Pilate Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Newton?
1 public middle schools are located in Newton.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton?
Newton public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public middle schools average of 54% (majority Black).

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