Serving 329 students in grades 6-8, Morgantown 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 is 23% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 23%
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morgantown Middle School's student population of 329 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Morgantown Middle School is 0.23, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)23%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
87%
47%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Morgantown Middle School?
329 students attend Morgantown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Morgantown Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgantown Middle School?
Morgantown Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morgantown Middle School offer ?
Morgantown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgantown Middle School part of?
Morgantown Middle School is part of Natchez-Adams School District.
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