Serving 525 students in grades 5-8, West Lauderdale Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lauderdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Lauderdale Middle School's student population of 525 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lauderdale Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lauderdale Middle School is 0.34, 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
#159 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
15%
47%
White
80%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
61%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lauderdale Middle School's ranking?
West Lauderdale Middle School is ranked #159 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Lauderdale Middle School often compared to?
West Lauderdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hills Elementary School, Northeast Lauderdale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Lauderdale Middle School?
525 students attend West Lauderdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Lauderdale Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lauderdale Middle School?
West Lauderdale Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Lauderdale Middle School offer ?
West Lauderdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is West Lauderdale Middle School part of?
West Lauderdale Middle School is part of Lauderdale Co School District.
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