Serving 534 students in grades 2-3, Lewisburg Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewisburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewisburg Elementary School's student population of 534 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewisburg Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewisburg Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#22 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
9%
47%
White
81%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewisburg Elementary School's ranking?
Lewisburg Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Lewisburg Elementary School?
534 students attend Lewisburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lewisburg Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewisburg Elementary School?
Lewisburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewisburg Elementary School offer ?
Lewisburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Lewisburg Elementary School part of?
Lewisburg Elementary School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
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