Serving 653 students in grades 7-8, West Harrison Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Harrison Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Harrison Middle School's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Harrison Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Harrison Middle School is 0.58, 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
#183 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
28%
47%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Harrison Middle School's ranking?
West Harrison Middle School is ranked #183 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Harrison Middle School?
653 students attend West Harrison Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West Harrison Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Harrison Middle School?
West Harrison Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Harrison Middle School offer ?
West Harrison Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Harrison Middle School part of?
West Harrison Middle School is part of Harrison Co School District.
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