Serving 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Como Primary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Attendance Zone: Como Elementary serves the northeast part of Como, MS, covering an area of approximately 96.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the zone extending up to 13.8 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Como Primary School's student population of 267 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring student success is our number one priority.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Como Primary School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)30-34%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)20-24%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
3%
8%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% MS state average).
How many students attend Como Primary School?
267 students attend Como Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Como Primary School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Como Primary School?
Como Primary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Como Primary School offer ?
Como Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Como Primary School part of?
Como Primary School is part of North Panola School District.
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