Selmer Middle School

McNairy County
635 East Poplar Avenue
Selmer, TN 38375
197 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Selmer Middle School, located at 635 East Poplar Avenue in Selmer, Tennessee, is a public educational institution serving students within the McNairy County School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the developmental and academic needs of students in the transitional grades, typically bridging the gap between elementary education and high school preparation. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic subjects while encouraging student participation in extracurricular activities.

The school operates under the broader mission of the McNairy County School System, which strives to provide quality instruction and equitable opportunities for all students. By maintaining a focus on community involvement and academic growth, Selmer Middle School aims to prepare its student body for future success in higher education and beyond. For parents and community members interested in specific programs, current announcements, or administrative information, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for updates and communication.
197
Total Students
24.6
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    151 (76.6%)
  • Black
    29 (14.7%)
  • Hispanic
    9 (4.6%)
  • Two or More
    6 (3.0%)
  • Asian
    2 (1.0%)
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: McNairy County
Phone: (731)645-7977
Website: http://sms.mcnairycountyschools.com
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 197
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* 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 70
Grade 7 57
Grade 8 70
Gender Ratio