Serving 1,193 students in grades 6-8, Brandon 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 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brandon Middle School's student population of 1,193 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
36%
47%
White
56%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
61%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Middle School's ranking?
Brandon Middle School is ranked #142 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Brandon Middle School often compared to?
Brandon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Rankin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Brandon Middle School?
1,193 students attend Brandon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Brandon Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandon Middle School?
Brandon Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brandon Middle School offer ?
Brandon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brandon Middle School part of?
Brandon Middle School is part of Rankin Co School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
brandon schools are the best and they have good teachers and everything .i have a daughter that goes there and i havent had any problems with the schools in brandon .i moved here from hattiesburg so my child could go here .its been wonderful the employee at the school are wonderful they really look out for one another .i would rcommend any one.
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