Serving 704 students in grades 6-8, Powell 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 12% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Powell Middle School serves the northern part of Jackson, MS, covering an area of approximately 17.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powell Middle School's student population of 704 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 86% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Powell 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 Powell Middle School is 0.06, 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
#791 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
97%
45%
White
1%
40%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell Middle School's ranking?
Powell Middle School is ranked #791 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Powell Middle School?
704 students attend Powell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Powell Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powell Middle School?
Powell Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Powell Middle School offer ?
Powell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell Middle School part of?
Powell Middle School is part of Jackson School District.
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