Natchez Middle School serves 623 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Natchez Middle School's student population of 623 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Natchez 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
89%
47%
White
9%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Natchez Middle School?
623 students attend Natchez Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Natchez Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Natchez Middle School?
Natchez Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Natchez Middle School offer ?
Natchez Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Natchez Middle School part of?
Natchez Middle School is part of Natchez-Adams School District.
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