Serving 1,456 students in grades 6-8, Southaven 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 34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 79% 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: 1,456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southaven Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southaven Middle School's student population of 1,456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southaven 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 Southaven Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#592 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
5%
Black
58%
47%
White
21%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southaven Middle School's ranking?
Southaven Middle School is ranked #592 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Southaven Middle School often compared to?
Southaven Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horn Lake Middle School, Olive Branch Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Southaven Middle School?
1,456 students attend Southaven Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Southaven Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southaven Middle School?
Southaven Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southaven Middle School offer ?
Southaven Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Southaven Middle School part of?
Southaven Middle School is part of Desoto Co School District.
In what neighborhood is Southaven Middle School located?
Southaven Middle School is located in the West End neighborhood of Southaven, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in West End.
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