Serving 365 students in grades 5-8, Seminary 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 48% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Seminary Middle School serves the southeast part of its school district in Seminary, MS, covering an area of approximately 136.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 10.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seminary Middle School's student population of 365 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Seminary 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 Seminary Middle School is 0.45, 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
#405 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
22%
45%
White
71%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seminary Middle School's ranking?
Seminary Middle School is ranked #405 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Seminary Middle School often compared to?
Seminary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Springs Middle School, Stringer Attendance Center, Mt. Olive Attendance Center 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 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Seminary Middle School?
365 students attend Seminary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Seminary Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seminary Middle School?
Seminary Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seminary Middle School offer ?
Seminary Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminary Middle School part of?
Seminary Middle School is part of Covington County School District.
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