Northwest Rankin Middle School

One Paw Print Place
Flowood, MS 39232
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 10%
Serving 1,431 students in grades 6-8, Northwest Rankin Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,431 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 10% in MS
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : 51% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northwest Rankin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

School Overview

Northwest Rankin Middle School's student population of 1,431 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,431 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
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School Rankings

Northwest Rankin Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Rankin Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MS)
#62 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
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63%
37%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Northwest Rankin Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Mississippi by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
51%
35%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Northwest Rankin Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
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Hispanic
2%
4%
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Black
32%
47%
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White
58%
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.56
This chart display the diversity score of Northwest Rankin Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Northwest Rankin Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Mississippi by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northwest Rankin Middle School's ranking?
Northwest Rankin Middle School is ranked #62 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northwest Rankin Middle School often compared to?
Northwest Rankin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Northwest Rankin Middle School?
1,431 students attend Northwest Rankin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Northwest Rankin Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Rankin Middle School?
Northwest Rankin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northwest Rankin Middle School offer ?
Northwest Rankin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northwest Rankin Middle School part of?
Northwest Rankin Middle School is part of Rankin Co School Dist School District.

School Reviews

5   9/26/2007
I think this is an over all good school. The teachers, principals, etc. are really great. One of my favorite is Ms.Chambers. I have am an office worker for her and all the people in there I can say are truly doin there job! I also feel they add a great number of extra curricular activities for each, every, and all students. We also have a new principal working in the back office and i personally think she's great! GOOD LUCK~
- Posted by Student/Alumni - cbarr

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,431 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 63% (Top 10%)
  • : 51% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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