Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Baxterville 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Baxterville School serves the southwest part of Lumberton, MS, covering an attendance zone of approximately 94.7 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 16.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baxterville School's student population of 217 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Make Everyday Count
School Rankings
Baxterville School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baxterville School is 0.10, 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
#351 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
White
95%
40%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baxterville School's ranking?
Baxterville School is ranked #351 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Baxterville School often compared to?
Baxterville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purvis Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Baxterville School?
217 students attend Baxterville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Baxterville School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baxterville School?
Baxterville School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Baxterville School offer ?
Baxterville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baxterville School part of?
Baxterville School is part of Lamar County School District.
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