Serving 243 students in grades 6-8, North Panola 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 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Panola Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Como, MS, covering approximately 307.6 square miles. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 11 miles and the furthest edge reaching 17.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Panola Middle School's student population of 243 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Panola 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 North Panola Middle School is 0.26, 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
#741 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
85%
45%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Panola Middle School's ranking?
North Panola Middle School is ranked #741 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are North Panola Middle School often compared to?
North Panola Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Batesville Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend North Panola Middle School?
243 students attend North Panola Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of North Panola Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Panola Middle School?
North Panola Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Panola Middle School offer ?
North Panola Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Panola Middle School part of?
North Panola Middle School is part of North Panola School District.
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