Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Diberville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diberville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Diberville Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Diberville 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 Diberville Elementary School is 0.74, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#13 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
16%
5%
Black
32%
47%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 is Diberville Elementary School's ranking?
Diberville Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Diberville Elementary School often compared to?
Diberville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Bay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Diberville Elementary School?
400 students attend Diberville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Diberville Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diberville Elementary School?
Diberville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Diberville Elementary School offer ?
Diberville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Diberville Elementary School part of?
Diberville Elementary School is part of Harrison Co School District.
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