Serving 717 students in grades 5-8, Corinth 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 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corinth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Corinth Middle School's student population of 717 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Corinth 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 Corinth Middle School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
5%
Black
30%
47%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corinth Middle School's ranking?
Corinth Middle School is ranked #497 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Corinth Middle School often compared to?
Corinth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcorn Central Middle School, Kossuth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Corinth Middle School?
717 students attend Corinth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Corinth Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corinth Middle School?
Corinth Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Corinth Middle School offer ?
Corinth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Corinth Middle School part of?
Corinth Middle School is part of Corinth School District.
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