Serving 74 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Dexter 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 40-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Dexter Attendance Center serves the southeast part of Tylertown, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 80.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dexter Elementary School's student population of 74 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Teachers teaching, Students learning.
School Rankings
Dexter 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 Dexter Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#396 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter Elementary School's ranking?
Dexter Elementary School is ranked #396 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Dexter Elementary School often compared to?
Dexter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Dexter Elementary School?
74 students attend Dexter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dexter Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 23% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dexter Elementary School?
Dexter Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dexter Elementary School offer ?
Dexter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dexter Elementary School part of?
Dexter Elementary School is part of Walthall County School District.
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