Serving 376 students in grades 7-9, Robert L Merritt Junior High 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 38% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L Merritt Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Robert L Merritt Junior High School's student population of 376 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Robert L Merritt Junior High 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 Robert L Merritt Junior High School is 0.08, 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
#610 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
96%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
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 Robert L Merritt Junior High School's ranking?
Robert L Merritt Junior High School is ranked #610 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert L Merritt Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Robert L Merritt Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Robert L Merritt Junior High School?
376 students attend Robert L Merritt Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Robert L Merritt Junior High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert L Merritt Junior High School?
Robert L Merritt Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert L Merritt Junior High School offer ?
Robert L Merritt Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert L Merritt Junior High School part of?
Robert L Merritt Junior High School is part of Sunflower Cty Cons School District.
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