Serving 668 students in grades 4-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 1% in MS)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 668 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)77%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)64%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
31%
47%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bramlett Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% MS state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% MS state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
668 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Central Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Oxford School District.
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