Serving 470 students in grades 6-8, New Albany Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to 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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Albany Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire New Albany school district, spanning approximately 76.8 square miles. Typically, it takes 10-15 minutes to drive to the school from anywhere within the zone, which has an average distance of 5.4 miles to its edge and extends up to 12.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Albany Middle School's student population of 470 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Albany Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Albany Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#307 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
28%
45%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Albany Middle School's ranking?
New Albany Middle School is ranked #307 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend New Albany Middle School?
470 students attend New Albany Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of New Albany Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Albany Middle School?
New Albany Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Albany Middle School offer ?
New Albany Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Albany Middle School part of?
New Albany Middle School is part of New Albany School District.
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