Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Calhoun City Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calhoun City Elementary School serves the southern part of its district in Calhoun City, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 194.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 12.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calhoun City Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today For A Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Calhoun City Elementary 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 Calhoun City Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#379 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
51%
45%
White
36%
40%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun City Elementary School's ranking?
Calhoun City Elementary School is ranked #379 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Calhoun City Elementary School?
235 students attend Calhoun City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Calhoun City Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calhoun City Elementary School?
Calhoun City Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun City Elementary School offer ?
Calhoun City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calhoun City Elementary School part of?
Calhoun City Elementary School is part of Calhoun County School District.
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