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Welcome to West Lauderdale Middle School

We are dedicated to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment for more than 500 students in grades five through eight. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 13:1, our 40 skilled educators are committed to helping each student achieve academic excellence and personal growth.
 

#LCSDExcellence

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At A Glance

  • A District's Grade Rating
  • 97.3% Graduation Rate
  • $5 Million in Scholarships Awarded
  • 57 National Board Certified Teachers
  • 74.6% Post-Secondary Enrollment
  • 18.2 Average Composite LCSD ACT score
  • 82.9% Experienced Teachers
  • 50.9% Bachelor Degree Recipients
  • 44.9% Master Degree Recipients
  • 99.2% Pass Rate for Dual Credit Enrollment
  • 97.4% LCSD Pass Rate for Third Grade Reading Assessment
  • 68.1% score Silver & Higher on ACT WorkKeys

School Events

School Board Meeting

Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: LCSD Central Services Office 301 46th Court Meridian, MS

News & Announcements

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LCSD Individual Success Plan Initiative

We're excited to offer the Individual Success Plan Initiative for our students. It's designed to help them explore their future career paths and make informed decisions after graduation. Here's more on the effort.
LCSD PREPS Award Recipients

LCSD Schools Shine!: PREPS Honors

Congratulations to our schools for earning the Program of Research and Evaluation for Public Schools (PREPS) Awards by exceeding state averages for student growth and/or ranking among the top 10% in Mississippi for achievement in key subjects. Keep up the #LCSDExcellence! Click on the attached link to learn more about the honors.
LCSD Comprehensive Needs Survey

LCSD Comprehensive Needs Survey: We Want to Hear from You!

Your voice matters! 📣 You can help shape the future of our schools by completing our survey. We’re gathering feedback from parents, students, staff, and community members to strengthen our schools and support student success. Click on the attached link to participate and find out more about the short survey.
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LCSD Earns Beacon Award!

We are shining bright across Mississippi! We’re proud to be recognized by the Mississippi School Boards Association with a prestigious Beacon Award. This achievement reflects the dedication of our students, educators, staff, families, and community. Together, we continue to set the standard. Click the attached link to learn more about this distinguished honor.
LCSD School Board President Receives State Honor

LCSD School Board President Receives State Honor!

Congratulations to our very own school board president, Mr. Kelvin Jackson, for being named the School Board Member of the Year Award by the Mississippi School Boards Association. This prestigious recognition celebrates his heart for service, passionate leadership, and tireless commitment to #LCSDExcellence.

Who We Are

We strive to foster a culture of learning, leadership, and community, ensuring that every student is prepared to succeed. At West Lauderdale Middle School, every child has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

Lauderdale County School District

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