Serving 386 students in grades 6-8, Brinkley 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 16% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brinkley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Brinkley Middle School's student population of 386 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brinkley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brinkley Middle School is 0.02, 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
#766 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
99%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
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 Brinkley Middle School's ranking?
Brinkley Middle School is ranked #766 out of 805 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Brinkley Middle School?
386 students attend Brinkley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Brinkley Middle School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brinkley Middle School?
Brinkley Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brinkley Middle School offer ?
Brinkley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Brinkley Middle School part of?
Brinkley Middle School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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