Serving 241 students in grades 5-8, Plantersville 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 26% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plantersville Middle School serves the southern part of its district in Plantersville, MS, covering an area of approximately 33.2 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point in the zone being about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plantersville Middle School's student population of 241 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Plantersville 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 Plantersville Middle School is 0.35, 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
#734 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plantersville Middle School's ranking?
Plantersville Middle School is ranked #734 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Plantersville Middle School?
241 students attend Plantersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Plantersville Middle School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plantersville Middle School?
Plantersville Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Plantersville Middle School offer ?
Plantersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plantersville Middle School part of?
Plantersville Middle School is part of Lee County School District.
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