Serving 158 students in grades 6-8, South Delta 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Delta Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
South Delta Middle School's student population of 158 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Delta 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 South Delta Middle School is 0.00, 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
#615 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
100%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
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 South Delta Middle School's ranking?
South Delta Middle School is ranked #615 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Delta Middle School?
158 students attend South Delta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of South Delta Middle School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Delta Middle School?
South Delta Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Delta Middle School offer ?
South Delta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Delta Middle School part of?
South Delta Middle School is part of South Delta School District.
School Reviews
1 1/20/2020
DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILD HERE THEY WILL BE MISTREATED YELLED AT FPR MO REASON AND MOCKED FOR NOTHING THEN THEY HAVE THE ODASITY TO PUT MY CHILD IS ISS (IN SCHOOL SUSPENSION) FOR BEING LATE TO SCHOOL
5 10/6/2012
The staff is excellent; the administrators are supportive. The students are receptive to learning.
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