Serving 1,049 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Caledonia Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,049 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caledonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Caledonia Elementary School's student population of 1,049 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,049 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Caledonia Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caledonia Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#41 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
14%
47%
White
80%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caledonia Elementary School's ranking?
Caledonia Elementary School is ranked #41 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Caledonia Elementary School often compared to?
Caledonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Caledonia Elementary School?
1,049 students attend Caledonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Caledonia Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Caledonia Elementary School?
Caledonia Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Caledonia Elementary School offer ?
Caledonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Caledonia Elementary School part of?
Caledonia Elementary School is part of Lowndes Co School Dist School District.
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