Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Burnsville 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 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burnsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Burnsville Elementary School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
Burnsville 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 Burnsville Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#503 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
n/a
47%
White
97%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burnsville Elementary School's ranking?
Burnsville Elementary School is ranked #503 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Burnsville Elementary School?
447 students attend Burnsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Burnsville Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burnsville Elementary School?
Burnsville Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Burnsville Elementary School offer ?
Burnsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burnsville Elementary School part of?
Burnsville Elementary School is part of Tishomingo Co Special Mun Sch School District.
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