Serving 336 students in grades 5-8, Seminary 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 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Seminary Middle School's student population of 336 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Seminary Middle 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 Seminary Middle School is 0.40, 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
#485 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
19%
47%
White
75%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
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 Seminary Middle School's ranking?
Seminary Middle School is ranked #485 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Seminary Middle School often compared to?
Seminary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Springs Middle School, Mount Olive Attendance Center, Stringer Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Seminary Middle School?
336 students attend Seminary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Seminary Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Seminary Middle School?
Seminary Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Seminary Middle School offer ?
Seminary Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminary Middle School part of?
Seminary Middle School is part of Covington County School District.
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