Serving 606 students in grades 4-5, Lewisburg Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewisburg Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lewisburg Intermediate School's student population of 606 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Lewisburg Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewisburg Intermediate School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
13%
45%
White
75%
40%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewisburg Intermediate School's ranking?
Lewisburg Intermediate School is ranked #19 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lewisburg Intermediate School?
606 students attend Lewisburg Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Lewisburg Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewisburg Intermediate School?
Lewisburg Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewisburg Intermediate School offer ?
Lewisburg Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Lewisburg Intermediate School part of?
Lewisburg Intermediate School is part of Desoto County School District.
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