Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bruce 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bruce Elementary School serves the northern part of Bruce, MS, covering an area of approximately 315.5 square miles, with most families living an average of 20-30 minutes away from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 15.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bruce Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Bruce 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 Bruce Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#437 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
27%
45%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruce Elementary School's ranking?
Bruce Elementary School is ranked #437 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bruce Elementary School?
316 students attend Bruce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bruce Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruce Elementary School?
Bruce Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bruce Elementary School offer ?
Bruce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruce Elementary School part of?
Bruce Elementary School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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