Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ackerman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 71% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ackerman Elementary serves the northeast part of its school district in Ackerman, MS, covering an area of approximately 253.3 square miles. Most families live an average of 14.8 miles from the school, with some situated as far as 16.5 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ackerman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ackerman Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ackerman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ackerman Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#57 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
26%
45%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ackerman Elementary School's ranking?
Ackerman Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Ackerman Elementary School often compared to?
Ackerman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like French Camp Elementary School, Weir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Ackerman Elementary School?
462 students attend Ackerman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ackerman Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ackerman Elementary School?
Ackerman Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ackerman Elementary School offer ?
Ackerman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ackerman Elementary School part of?
Ackerman Elementary School is part of Choctaw County Schools.
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