Tupelo Middle School

Summary:

Tupelo Middle School is a public middle school serving 1,080 students in grades 7-8 in the Tupelo Public School District in Tupelo, Mississippi. The school has a diverse student population that is predominantly African American (49.63%) and White (35.28%), and it has consistently ranked among the top middle schools in Mississippi with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Tupelo Middle School stands out for its exceptional academic performance, consistently outperforming the state average in proficiency rates for MAAP tests across all subjects and grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 52.2% of 7th graders and 50.2% of 8th graders were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state averages of 40.8% and 42%, respectively. In mathematics, 66.6% of 7th graders and 67.1% of 8th graders were proficient or better, compared to the state averages of 57.2% and 55.3%. The school also stands out with an exceptional performance in Algebra I, with 100% of students proficient or better in the 2023-2024 and 2021-2022 school years, significantly higher than the Tupelo Public School District and the state averages.

While Tupelo Middle School is performing well overall, it faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with nearly 100% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests that the school is serving a predominantly low-income population, which can present additional challenges in terms of student support and resources. However, the school's diverse student population and its ability to outperform many of its nearby counterparts, such as Pontotoc Middle School and Okolona Middle School, make it an interesting case study for understanding the factors that contribute to educational success in a challenging socioeconomic environment.


Detail:

Public 7-8

 1009 Varsity Drive
       Tupelo, MS  38801


(662) 840-8780

District: Tupelo Public School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
51st of 264 Mississippi Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,373 Help


Students who attend Tupelo Middle School usually attend:

High:    Tupelo High School

Feeder schools for Tupelo Middle School:

Elementary:    Carver Elementary School
    Joyner Elementary School
    Lawhon Elementary School
    Lawndale Elementary School
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Student/teacher ratio:  13.5 Help
Number of students:  1,080

Racial breakdown:

African American:
49.6%
White:
35.3%
Two or more races:
7.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  99.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Tupelo Middle School ranks better than 80.7% of middle schools in Mississippi. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 78.34. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (49.6%), White (35.3%), two or more races (7.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 99.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Tupelo Middle School is 13.5. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Tupelo Middle School is $8,373.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Tupelo Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Tupelo Middle School 51st of 264 Mississippi public middle schools. (See Tupelo Middle School in the ranking list.)

Tupelo Public School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Tupelo Public School District 45th of 130 Mississippi school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Tupelo Middle School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools MS State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2008 76.80 46th 244 81.1%
2009 74.69 52nd 247 78.9%
2010 71.39 61st 255 76.1%
2011 55.87 125th 264 52.7%
2012 51.90 135th 270 50.0%
2013 61.39 109th 269 59.5%
2014 69.41 67th 264 74.6%
2015 83.32 35th 266 86.8%
2016 75.92 55th 260 78.8%
2017 77.67 48th 272 82.4%
2018 75.81 54th 252 78.6%
2019 79.10 47th 264 82.2%
2021 75.68 52nd 257 79.8%
2022 81.77 35th 257 86.4%
2023 76.81 50th 243 79.4%
2024 78.34 51st 264 80.7%
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Data source: test scores: Mississippi Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Data source: Mississippi Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Tupelo Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1993 734 365 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 1102
1994 736 347 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 1085
1995 701 343 0 6 0 n/a n/a 0 1050
1996 701 343 0 6 0 n/a n/a 0 1050
1997 708 341 6 3 0 n/a n/a 0 1058
1998 697 373 8 0 0 n/a n/a 0 1078
1999 716 360 8 4 0 n/a n/a 0 1088
2000 731 356 13 6 1 n/a n/a 0 1107
2001 697 407 12 9 1 n/a n/a 0 1126
2002 666 459 19 11 0 n/a n/a 0 1155
2003 666 459 19 11 0 n/a n/a 0 1155
2004 658 496 16 11 0 n/a n/a 0 1181
2005 601 519 16 15 0 n/a n/a 0 1151
2006 566 524 14 15 0 n/a n/a 0 1119
2007 517 546 16 23 0 n/a n/a 0 1102
2008 490 567 14 21 0 n/a n/a 0 1092
2009 531 549 19 24 0 0 0 0 1123
2010 537 543 26 26 0 0 4 0 1136
2011 531 491 24 33 1 0 4 0 1084
2012 486 492 23 30 1 0 6 0 1038
2013 504 554 27 29 0 0 13 0 1127
2014 466 575 26 36 0 0 23 0 1126
2015 463 632 22 44 0 0 15 0 1176
2016 416 550 18 55 0 0 21 0 1060
2017 397 490 22 59 0 0 28 0 996
2018 385 517 26 59 0 0 31 0 1018
2019 377 514 25 67 0 1 23 0 1007
2020 355 546 28 90 0 1 43 0 1063
2021 327 612 30 87 0 0 48 0 1104
2022 385 576 21 72 0 0 64 0 1118
2023 381 536 17 65 0 0 81 0 1080

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Tupelo Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1993 1102 62.4 17.7 27.3
1994 1085 61.7 17.6 28.5
1995 1050 66.9 15.7 31
1996 1050 66.9 15.7 31
1997 1058 64.5 16.4 31.9
1998 1078 61.4 17.6 32.6
1999 1088 68.7 15.8 38
2000 1107 71.3 15.5 38.9
2001 1126 74.8 15.1 42.1
2002 1155 116.6 9.9 44.2
2003 1155 116.6 9.9 44.2
2004 1181 124.1 9.5 43.4
2005 1151 98.2 11.7 49.3
2006 1119 97.5 11.5 53.2
2007 1102 95.7 11.5 52.3
2008 1092 100.9 10.8 56
2009 1123 95.2 11.8 56.1
2010 1136 98.3 11.5 53.4
2011 1084 98.9 10.9 52.1
2012 1038 104.1 9.9 54.4
2013 1127 106.1 10.6 59.4
2014 1126 97.6 11.5 61.6
2015 1176 90.0 13.0 60.4
2016 1060 87.0 12.1 62.5
2017 996 75.1 13.2 59.4
2018 1018 74.9 13.5 58.9
2019 1007 83.4 12.0 59.6
2020 1063 90.5 11.7 60.4
2021 1104 97.6 11.3 99.7
2022 1118 101.0 11.0 99.7
2023 1080 79.8 13.5 99.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Tupelo Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1993 1102 62.4 17.7 27.3
1994 1085 61.7 17.6 28.5
1995 1050 66.9 15.7 31
1996 1050 66.9 15.7 31
1997 1058 64.5 16.4 31.9
1998 1078 61.4 17.6 32.6
1999 1088 68.7 15.8 38
2000 1107 71.3 15.5 38.9
2001 1126 74.8 15.1 42.1
2002 1155 116.6 9.9 44.2
2003 1155 116.6 9.9 44.2
2004 1181 124.1 9.5 43.4
2005 1151 98.2 11.7 49.3
2006 1119 97.5 11.5 53.2
2007 1102 95.7 11.5 52.3
2008 1092 100.9 10.8 56
2009 1123 95.2 11.8 56.1
2010 1136 98.3 11.5 53.4
2011 1084 98.9 10.9 52.1
2012 1038 104.1 9.9 54.4
2013 1127 106.1 10.6 59.4
2014 1126 97.6 11.5 61.6
2015 1176 90.0 13.0 60.4
2016 1060 87.0 12.1 62.5
2017 996 75.1 13.2 59.4
2018 1018 74.9 13.5 58.9
2019 1007 83.4 12.0 59.6
2020 1063 90.5 11.7 60.4
2021 1104 97.6 11.3 99.7
2022 1118 101.0 11.0 99.7
2023 1080 79.8 13.5 99.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Tupelo Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $280 (3.3%) $8,093 (96.7%) $8,373

Data source: Mississippi Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Tupelo Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 47th of 264 Middle schoolsRanks 50th of 243 Middle schools
 2.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
7th Grade English Language Arts (Tupelo Middle School)48.546.7
 1.8%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Tupelo Public School District)48.546.7
 1.8%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Mississippi)3940.2
 1.2%
7th Grade Mathematics (Tupelo Middle School)6569.1
 4.1%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Tupelo Public School District)6569.1
 4.1%
   7th Grade Mathematics (Mississippi)51.155.6
 4.5%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Tupelo Middle School)42.150.3
 8.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Tupelo Public School District)42.150.3
 8.2%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Mississippi)35.540.5
 5%
8th Grade Mathematics (Tupelo Middle School)58.553.1
 5.4%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Tupelo Public School District)58.553.1
 5.4%
   8th Grade Mathematics (Mississippi)44.846.1
 1.3%
8th Grade Science (Tupelo Middle School)61.359.8
 1.5%
   8th Grade Science (Tupelo Public School District)61.359.8
 1.5%
   8th Grade Science (Mississippi)52.753.3
 0.6%
End of Course Algebra I (Tupelo Middle School)91.199.1
 8%
   End of Course Algebra I (Tupelo Public School District)54.973.3
 18.4%
   End of Course Algebra I (Mississippi)49.365.8
 16.5%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students10071080
 7.2%
African American514536
 4.3%
American Indian00
Asian2517
 32%
Hispanic6765
 3%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White377381
 1.1%
Two or More Races2381
 252.2%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients59.6%99.7%
 40.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Tupelo Middle School

Tupelo Middle School ranks 51st of 264 Mississippi middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Tupelo Middle School are 50% African American, 35% White, 8% Two or more races, 6% Hispanic, 2% Asian.

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,080 students attended Tupelo Middle School.

Students who attend Tupelo Middle School usually go on to attend Tupelo High School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Mississippi Department of Education.

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