Serving 487 students in grades 6-8, Caledonia Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caledonia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Caledonia Middle School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caledonia Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caledonia Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
17%
45%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lowndes County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caledonia Middle School's ranking?
Caledonia Middle School is ranked #106 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Caledonia Middle School often compared to?
Caledonia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Caledonia Middle School?
487 students attend Caledonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Caledonia Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caledonia Middle School?
Caledonia Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Caledonia Middle School offer ?
Caledonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Caledonia Middle School part of?
Caledonia Middle School is part of Lowndes County School District.
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