Northwest Rankin Middle School

Northwest Rankin Middle School serves 1,375 students in grades 6-8 in Flowood, Mississippi, making it one of the larger middle schools in the state. With 105 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a manageable 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.7 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 66th out of 865 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile.

Students show particularly impressive results in mathematics, with 69% achieving proficiency or above, while 57% meet proficiency standards in English Language Arts and reading. Northwest Rankin Middle School draws students from the 39232 zip code area, where families enjoy a median household income of $88,817 and median home values of $248,900. The community reflects an educated population, with 52% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, though 16.6% of families experience poverty.

This diverse economic landscape contributes to a varied student body of 9,429 residents in the surrounding area. The school sits in a rural setting near town, providing students with a blend of small-town community feel while maintaining access to broader educational and extracurricular opportunities that support their middle school experience.

Located in a rural area, Northwest Rankin Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.