S V Marshall Middle School

S V Marshall Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the remote rural area of Lexington, Mississippi. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 333 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with 26 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its modest academic performance ranking at 4.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout’s scale and a state ranking of #632 out of 865 schools (placing it in the 27th percentile), S V Marshall Middle School continues to focus on student development, with room for improvement in test scores where only 10% are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 12% in Math.

The school’s setting offers a close-knit community feel, providing students with a supportive environment as they navigate their middle school years.

While current test scores at S V Marshall Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, S V Marshall 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.