Serving 121 students in grades 1-5, Armstrong 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armstrong Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Armstrong Elementary School's student population of 121 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It Takes A Village To Raise A Child. Together We Can, We Will, and We Must Make It Happen!
School Rankings
Armstrong 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 Armstrong Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
98%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armstrong Elementary School's ranking?
Armstrong Elementary School is ranked #533 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Armstrong Elementary School?
121 students attend Armstrong Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Armstrong Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armstrong Elementary School?
Armstrong Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Armstrong Elementary School offer ?
Armstrong Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Armstrong Elementary School part of?
Armstrong Elementary School is part of Greenville School District.
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