Serving 537 students in grades 5-8, West Lauderdale Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lauderdale Middle School serves the northwest area of Collinsville, MS, covering approximately 139.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lauderdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Lauderdale Middle School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Lauderdale Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lauderdale Middle School is 0.39, 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
#141 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 West Lauderdale Middle School's ranking?
West Lauderdale Middle School is ranked #141 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Lauderdale Middle School often compared to?
West Lauderdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hills Elementary School, Northeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Lauderdale Middle School?
537 students attend West Lauderdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Lauderdale Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lauderdale Middle School?
West Lauderdale Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lauderdale Middle School offer ?
West Lauderdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lauderdale Middle School part of?
West Lauderdale Middle School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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