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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.
 
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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

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IMPORTANT: Mississippi's New School Attendance Law

Starting this school year, a new attendance law is in effect in Mississippi. It's important for every parent, guardian, and student to understand what has changed. The attached video provides an overview of the new law and what it means for families. Student success starts with attendance.
Back-to-School Dates to Remember

Back-to-School Details

🎒📚 The countdown is on! A new school year brings fresh beginnings, new adventures, and countless memories waiting to be made. We can't wait to welcome our students back and make 2026–2027 a year to remember! 💛🍎

Mark your calendars and get ready, LCSD! Back to school is almost here!
LCSD Convocation: Built for What's Next!

LCSD Convocation: Built for What's Next!

Welcome back! We had the pleasure of welcoming nearly 600 certified employees to the 2026 Back-to-School Convocation. Centered around this year's theme, "Built for What's Next," our focus is on strengthening learning by further engaging students in impactful ways.
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Back-to-School Memories: West Lauderdale Administrators

📚Before they were leading the way, they were students making memories of their own! Click on the attached link, and take a fun trip down memory lane with our West Lauderdale administrators as they look back on some of their favorite back-to-school moments. Let’s make this one unforgettable! ✏️#LCSDExcellence
Teacher Convocation Parking & Shuttle Information

Teacher Convocation Parking & Shuttle Information

We're excited to welcome all of our teachers back for the 2026 Back-to-School Convocation! Before you arrive, please take a moment to watch the attached short video for important parking information, including details about free downtown parking and complimentary trolley and shuttle service provided by the City of Meridian. Thank you to the City of Meridian for helping make parking easy for our team. We can't wait to kick off an amazing 2026–2027 school year with you!
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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.

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