Serving 882 students in grades 3-5, Horn Lake Intermediate 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 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horn Lake Intermediate School's student population of 882 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Work hard, play hard
School Rankings
Horn Lake Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horn Lake Intermediate School is 0.47, 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
#531 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
5%
Black
71%
47%
White
15%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
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 Horn Lake Intermediate School's ranking?
Horn Lake Intermediate School is ranked #531 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Horn Lake Intermediate School often compared to?
Horn Lake Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southaven Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Horn Lake Intermediate School?
882 students attend Horn Lake Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Horn Lake Intermediate School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horn Lake Intermediate School?
Horn Lake Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Horn Lake Intermediate School offer ?
Horn Lake Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horn Lake Intermediate School part of?
Horn Lake Intermediate School is part of Desoto Co School District.
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