Como Middle School serves 299 students in grades 7-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 was lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
98%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Como Middle School?
299 students attend Como Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Como Middle School students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Como Middle School?
Como Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Como Middle School offer ?
Como Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Como Middle School part of?
Como Middle School is part of North Panola School District.
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