Summary:
The Booneville School District in Mississippi is home to one standout middle school, R.H. Long Booneville Middle School. This 5-star rated institution consistently outperforms the state average on academic assessments, ranking 9th out of 130 school districts in Mississippi.
R.H. Long Booneville Middle School's academic excellence is evident across grade levels and subject areas. In 2024-2025, 66.3% of 5th graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 55.9%. In math, an impressive 74.4% of 5th graders were proficient or better, far surpassing the statewide average of 48.3%. The school's low chronic absenteeism rate of 23.9% and favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8 contribute to its strong performance.
Despite having a relatively high proportion of students from low-income families, with 57.07% eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, the school continues to excel academically. This suggests the school is effectively supporting and meeting the needs of its diverse student population. As the school's performance has fluctuated slightly in recent years, there may be opportunities for further improvement and solidifying its position as a top-performing middle school in the state.
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