Serving 500 students in grades 2-3, Chickasaw Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Chickasaw Elementary School serves the northeast part of Olive Branch, MS, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance being about 4.4 miles from its edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chickasaw Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Rankings
Chickasaw Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chickasaw Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#223 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
45%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
35%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chickasaw Elementary School's ranking?
Chickasaw Elementary School is ranked #223 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Chickasaw Elementary School?
500 students attend Chickasaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Chickasaw Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chickasaw Elementary School?
Chickasaw Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chickasaw Elementary School offer ?
Chickasaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chickasaw Elementary School part of?
Chickasaw Elementary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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