Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barack Obama Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barack Obama Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barack Obama Elementary School's student population of 242 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barack Obama Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barack Obama Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#16 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
98%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack Obama Elementary School's ranking?
Barack Obama Elementary School is ranked #16 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Barack Obama Elementary School often compared to?
Barack Obama Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Casey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama Elementary School?
242 students attend Barack Obama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Barack Obama Elementary School students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack Obama Elementary School?
Barack Obama Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Barack Obama Elementary School offer ?
Barack Obama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barack Obama Elementary School part of?
Barack Obama Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama Elementary School located?
Barack Obama Elementary School is located in the Belhaven neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in Belhaven.
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