Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benndale Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benndale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Benndale Elementary School's student population of 148 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
148 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benndale Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benndale Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#317 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
20%
47%
White
73%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benndale Elementary School's ranking?
Benndale Elementary School is ranked #317 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Benndale Elementary School?
148 students attend Benndale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Benndale Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benndale Elementary School?
Benndale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benndale Elementary School offer ?
Benndale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Benndale Elementary School part of?
Benndale Elementary School is part of George Co School Dist School District.
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