Serving 138 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benndale Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bendale Elementary School serves the west part of Lucedale, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 150.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benndale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benndale Elementary School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
TLC: Teach. Learn. Care.
School Rankings
Benndale Elementary 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 Benndale Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#345 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benndale Elementary School's ranking?
Benndale Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Benndale Elementary School?
138 students attend Benndale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Benndale Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benndale Elementary School?
Benndale Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Benndale Elementary School offer ?
Benndale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benndale Elementary School part of?
Benndale Elementary School is part of George County School District.
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