Serving 255 students in grades 1-5, Akin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Akin Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Greenville, MS, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Akin Elementary School's student population of 255 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are what we repeatedly do, Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit
School Rankings
Akin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akin Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#651 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
78%
45%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akin Elementary School's ranking?
Akin Elementary School is ranked #651 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Akin Elementary School?
255 students attend Akin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Akin Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akin Elementary School?
Akin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Akin Elementary School offer ?
Akin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Akin Elementary School part of?
Akin Elementary School is part of Greenville Public School District.
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