Williams-Sullivan High School was a PreK–12 school in unincorporated Holmes County, Mississippi, with a Durant postal address. It was a part of the Holmes County School District. Its campus is currently occupied by Williams-Sullivan Elementary School.
Serving 192 students in grades 6-8, Williams-sullivan Middle 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 18% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williams-sullivan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Williams-sullivan Middle School's student population of 192 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Williams-sullivan Middle 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 Williams-sullivan Middle School is 0.04, 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
#757 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
98%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
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 Williams-sullivan Middle School's ranking?
Williams-sullivan Middle School is ranked #757 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Williams-sullivan Middle School?
192 students attend Williams-sullivan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Williams-sullivan Middle School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams-sullivan Middle School?
Williams-sullivan Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Williams-sullivan Middle School offer ?
Williams-sullivan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Williams-sullivan Middle School part of?
Williams-sullivan Middle School is part of Holmes County Consolidated School District.
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