Serving 472 students in grades 4-5, Olive Branch Intermediate 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 38% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olive Branch Intermediate School serves the northeast part of Olive Branch, MS, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olive Branch Intermediate School's student population of 472 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Olive Branch Intermediate 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 Olive Branch Intermediate School is 0.65, 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
#446 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
46%
45%
White
36%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olive Branch Intermediate School's ranking?
Olive Branch Intermediate School is ranked #446 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Olive Branch Intermediate School often compared to?
Olive Branch Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olive Branch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Olive Branch Intermediate School?
472 students attend Olive Branch Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Olive Branch Intermediate School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olive Branch Intermediate School?
Olive Branch Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olive Branch Intermediate School offer ?
Olive Branch Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olive Branch Intermediate School part of?
Olive Branch Intermediate School is part of Desoto County School District.
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