Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bogue Chitto 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 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bogue Chitto School serves the southern part of its school district in Bogue Chitto, MS, covering an area of approximately 119.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bogue Chitto School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bogue Chitto School's student population of 747 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bogue Chitto 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 Bogue Chitto School is 0.35, 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
#297 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Bogue Chitto School's ranking?
Bogue Chitto School is ranked #297 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bogue Chitto School often compared to?
Bogue Chitto Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lincoln School, Loyd Star Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bogue Chitto School?
The graduation rate of Bogue Chitto School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Bogue Chitto School?
747 students attend Bogue Chitto School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bogue Chitto School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bogue Chitto School?
Bogue Chitto School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bogue Chitto School offer ?
Bogue Chitto School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bogue Chitto School part of?
Bogue Chitto School is part of Lincoln County School District.
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