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Powell Middle School

3655 Livingston Road, Jackson, MS 39213, United States
+1 (601) 987-3580
http://www.jackson.k12.ms.us/powell
1.0
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Powell Middle School Overview

About This School

Powell Middle School is a public middle in Jackson, Mississippi, serving 704 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 6% proficiency in ELA and 10% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 56 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,698. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 352 students. The student body is 51% male and 49% female. Demographically, the population is 97% Black, 2% Hispanic, and 1% White.

704
Total Students
Grade 6-8
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
56 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts6%
Mathematics10%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Hinds County
Students per Counselor
352:1

Powell Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

6%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 30%State Avg: 40%
10%
Mathematics
City Avg: 26%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
352
Students per Counselor

Powell Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
56

Average Teacher Salary

$53,698
City Avg: $52,332
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor352:1

Powell Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.14%
Male
48.86%
Female
Total Enrollment: 704 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.85%
Hispanic1.7%
Asian0%
Black97.3%
Two or More Races0.14%
Native American0%

Powell Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Powell Middle School

Q: What is Powell Middle School?

A: Powell Middle School is a middle public located in Jackson.

Q: How many students attend Powell Middle School?

A: Powell Middle School has approximately 704 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Powell Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Powell Middle School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Powell Middle School

Powell Middle School is a public middle in Jackson, Mississippi, serving 704 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 6% proficiency in ELA and 10% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 56 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $53,698. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 352 students. The student body is 51% male and 49% female. Demographically, the population is 97% Black, 2% Hispanic, and 1% White.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
Schoolary Research Team
Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Powell Middle School - Jackson, MS

Quick Facts about Powell Middle School
School NamePowell Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location3655 Livingston Road, Jackson, MS 39213, Jackson, MS
CountyHinds County
Phone+1 (601) 987-3580
Total Students704
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers56
Rating1/10
ELA Proficiency6%
Math Proficiency10%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Powell Middle School

What is Powell Middle School?

Powell Middle School is a middle public located in Jackson.

How many students attend Powell Middle School?

Powell Middle School has approximately 704 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Powell Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Powell Middle School is 12:1.

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