Serving 178 students in grades 6-8, N H Pilate 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
N H Pilate Middle School's student population of 178 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Better. Stronger. Together.
School Rankings
N H Pilate 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 N H Pilate Middle School is 0.22, 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
#501 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
88%
45%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is N H Pilate Middle School's ranking?
N H Pilate Middle School is ranked #501 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are N H Pilate Middle School often compared to?
N H Pilate Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newton County High School, Union Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend N H Pilate Middle School?
178 students attend N H Pilate Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of N H Pilate Middle School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of N H Pilate Middle School?
N H Pilate Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does N H Pilate Middle School offer ?
N H Pilate Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is N H Pilate Middle School part of?
N H Pilate Middle School is part of Newton Municipal School District.
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