SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL

SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Madison County Schools school district, located in CANTON, MS with about 171 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL, located on Sulphur Springs Road in Canton, Mississippi, serves as a key educational institution within the Canton Public School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the academic and social development of students during their critical transitional years between elementary and high school. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards, character development, and student engagement to prepare its youth for future academic success.

Beyond its focus on classroom instruction, the school plays an active role in the Canton community. It strives to provide a structured atmosphere where students can participate in various extracurricular activities and school programs designed to build confidence and essential life skills. By partnering with parents and the local community, SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL works to address the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining a focus on improving overall student performance and institutional growth.

For more information, contact SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL at (601) 855-2406 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.