Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Midtown Public Charter 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 14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midtown Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Midtown Public Charter School's student population of 420 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Midtown Public Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midtown Public Charter School is 0.08, 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
#769 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
96%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midtown Public Charter School's ranking?
Midtown Public Charter School is ranked #769 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Midtown Public Charter School?
420 students attend Midtown Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Midtown Public Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midtown Public Charter School?
Midtown Public Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Midtown Public Charter School offer ?
Midtown Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midtown Public Charter School part of?
Midtown Public Charter School is part of Midtown Public Charter School District.
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