Center Hill Middle School

8756 Forest Hill Irene
Olive Branch, MS 38654

chms.desotocountyschools.org/o/chm

757 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Center Hill Middle School, located in Olive Branch, Mississippi, is a key component of the DeSoto County School District. Serving students in the growing suburban community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive middle-grades education that bridges the gap between elementary and high school. The institution emphasizes a well-rounded academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment intended to help students navigate the social and developmental milestones typical of the adolescent years.

Beyond standard academics, Center Hill Middle School is integrated into the broader culture of the DeSoto County school system, which is known for its focus on district-wide educational standards and community involvement. The school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs, aiming to develop character and leadership skills alongside academic achievement. Through its online presence, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and the community regarding academic policies, school events, and student resources.

757

Total Students

46.0

Full-Time Teachers

16.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Center Hill Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	261
Hispanic	72
Black	365
Asian	25
Two or More	33
Pacific Islander	1

Black
365 (48.2%)
White
261 (34.5%)
Hispanic
72 (9.5%)
Two or More
33 (4.4%)
Asian
25 (3.3%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	DeSoto County School District
Phone:	(662)892-6800
Website:	http://chms.desotocountyschools.org/o/chm
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	757
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.5
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	283
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	70

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 227

Grade 7 263

Grade 8 267

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Center Hill Middle School
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	227
Grade 7	263
Grade 8	267

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Center Hill Middle School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	360	47.6%
Male	397	52.4%

Middle School 6th - 8th