Serving 251 students in grades 5-6, North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School's student population of 251 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#206 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
4%
Black
14%
47%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School's ranking?
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School?
251 students attend North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School?
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School offer ?
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School part of?
North Pontotoc Upper Elementary School is part of Pontotoc Co School Dist School District.
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