Serving 667 students in grades 6-8, Neshoba Central Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neshoba Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Neshoba Central Middle School's student population of 667 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Neshoba Central 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 Neshoba Central Middle School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
16%
47%
White
60%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neshoba Central Middle School's ranking?
Neshoba Central Middle School is ranked #121 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Neshoba Central Middle School?
667 students attend Neshoba Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Neshoba Central Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neshoba Central Middle School?
Neshoba Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neshoba Central Middle School offer ?
Neshoba Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neshoba Central Middle School part of?
Neshoba Central Middle School is part of Neshoba County School District.
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