SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the DeSoto County School District school district, located in SOUTHAVEN, MS with about 1,495 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 96 teachers, SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school located in Southaven, Mississippi, operating under the jurisdiction of the DeSoto County School District. Serving students in the northern Mississippi region, the school provides a comprehensive middle-grades education focused on academic growth, social development, and preparation for high school. The campus is centrally located on Rasco Road, positioning it as a key educational hub within the Southaven community.

As part of the DeSoto County School District—the largest school district in Mississippi—SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL emphasizes core curriculum standards while offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations. The school's mission centers on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student achievement and responsible citizenship. For parents and community members, the school maintains an official web presence through the DeSoto County Schools portal, which serves as a resource for academic calendars, district policies, and ongoing communication regarding school news and events.

For more information, contact SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL at (662) 280-0422 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

899 RASCO ROAD
SOUTHAVEN, MS 38671
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SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in SOUTHAVEN, MS with about 1,495 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,495
Teachers:
96.6
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,495 students

Black or African American
51.0%
White
33.3%
Hispanic/Latino
8.2%
Two or more races
6.0%
Asian
1.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.5%
Male
53.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.