Serving 497 students in grades 4-5, Olive Branch Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olive Branch Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Olive Branch Intermediate School's student population of 497 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olive Branch Intermediate 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 Olive Branch Intermediate School is 0.64, which is more 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
#349 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
51%
47%
White
30%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
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 Olive Branch Intermediate School's ranking?
Olive Branch Intermediate School is ranked #349 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Olive Branch Intermediate School often compared to?
Olive Branch Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olive Branch High School, Chickasaw Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Olive Branch Intermediate School?
497 students attend Olive Branch Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Olive Branch Intermediate School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olive Branch Intermediate School?
Olive Branch Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olive Branch Intermediate School offer ?
Olive Branch Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Olive Branch Intermediate School part of?
Olive Branch Intermediate School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
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