Serving 784 students in grades 6-8, Olive Branch Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olive Branch Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Olive Branch Middle School's student population of 784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olive Branch Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olive Branch Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
48%
47%
White
35%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olive Branch Middle School's ranking?
Olive Branch Middle School is ranked #274 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Olive Branch Middle School often compared to?
Olive Branch Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desoto Central Middle School, Center Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Olive Branch Middle School?
784 students attend Olive Branch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Olive Branch Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olive Branch Middle School?
Olive Branch Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olive Branch Middle School offer ?
Olive Branch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Olive Branch Middle School part of?
Olive Branch Middle School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
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