Serving 273 students in grades 5-8, Charleston 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 14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charleston Middle School's student population of 273 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charleston 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 Charleston Middle School is 0.20, 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
#782 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
89%
47%
White
8%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston Middle School's ranking?
Charleston Middle School is ranked #782 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Charleston Middle School?
273 students attend Charleston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Charleston Middle School students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charleston Middle School?
Charleston Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charleston Middle School offer ?
Charleston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Charleston Middle School part of?
Charleston Middle School is part of East Tallahatchie Consol Sch School District.
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