Serving 249 students in grades 6-8, George 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 was 24% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 21% (which was lower than the Mississippi state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)24%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)21%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(15-16)2%
3%
Black
(15-16)57%
49%
White
(15-16)41%
45%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% MS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% MS state average).
How many students attend George Middle School?
249 students attend George Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of George Middle School students are Black, 41% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Middle School?
George Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Middle School offer ?
George Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is George Middle School part of?
George Middle School is part of Carroll County School District.
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