Serving 372 students in grades 5-8, Southeast Lauderdale Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School's student population of 372 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Lauderdale Middle School is 0.52, 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
#349 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
31%
47%
White
62%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
39%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Lauderdale Middle School's ranking?
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School is ranked #349 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Southeast Lauderdale Middle School?
372 students attend Southeast Lauderdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Southeast Lauderdale Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeast Lauderdale Middle School?
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southeast Lauderdale Middle School offer ?
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Southeast Lauderdale Middle School part of?
Southeast Lauderdale Middle School is part of Lauderdale Co School District.
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