Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, Nichols Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nichols Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nichols Middle School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nichols 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 Nichols Middle School is 0.28, which is less 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
#491 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
5%
Black
84%
47%
White
1%
42%
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%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nichols Middle School's ranking?
Nichols Middle School is ranked #491 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Nichols Middle School often compared to?
Nichols Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huey L. Porter Middle School, Germantown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Nichols Middle School?
388 students attend Nichols Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Nichols Middle School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nichols Middle School?
Nichols Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nichols Middle School offer ?
Nichols Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Nichols Middle School part of?
Nichols Middle School is part of Canton Public School District.
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