West Marion Middle School serves 355 students in grades 5-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Marion Middle School's student population of 355 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
355 students
Showing 1998–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 1998–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Marion Middle School is 0.47, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 1998–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
24%
45%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
40%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1998–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Marion Middle School?
355 students attend West Marion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of West Marion Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Marion Middle School?
West Marion Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Marion Middle School offer ?
West Marion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is West Marion Middle School part of?
West Marion Middle School is part of Marion County School District.
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