Serving 334 students in grades 6-8, Tunica Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tunica Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Tunica school district, covering approximately 480.7 square miles in Tunica, MS. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tunica Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tunica Middle School's student population of 334 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Focus is Teaching, Learning, and Safety
School Rankings
Tunica 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 Tunica Middle School is 0.32, 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
#513 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
81%
45%
White
2%
40%
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tunica Middle School's ranking?
Tunica Middle School is ranked #513 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Tunica Middle School?
334 students attend Tunica Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Tunica Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tunica Middle School?
Tunica Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tunica Middle School offer ?
Tunica Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tunica Middle School part of?
Tunica Middle School is part of Tunica School District.
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