Serving 743 students in grades 4-5, Brandon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Brandon Elementary School serves the west part of Brandon, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 58.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest points in the zone located about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brandon Elementary School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
743 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Brandon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#36 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange, Blue, Purple, Green, Light Blue, Dark Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon Elementary School's ranking?
Brandon Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Brandon Elementary School often compared to?
Brandon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Pearl Upper School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Brandon Elementary School?
743 students attend Brandon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Brandon Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brandon Elementary School?
Brandon Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Brandon Elementary School offer ?
Brandon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandon Elementary School part of?
Brandon Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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