Serving 333 students in grades 6-8, Mooreville Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mooreville Middle School serves the eastern part of Mooreville, MS, covering an attendance zone of approximately 54 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mooreville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mooreville Middle School's student population of 333 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Mooreville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mooreville Middle School is 0.27, 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
#186 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
5%
45%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mooreville Middle School's ranking?
Mooreville Middle School is ranked #186 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Mooreville Middle School often compared to?
Mooreville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guntown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Mooreville Middle School?
333 students attend Mooreville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mooreville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mooreville Middle School?
Mooreville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mooreville Middle School offer ?
Mooreville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mooreville Middle School part of?
Mooreville Middle School is part of Lee County School District.
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