Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Durant Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durant Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Motto
Every Scholar Matters—Every Moment Counts
School Rankings
Durant Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durant Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#774 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
97%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durant Elementary School's ranking?
Durant Elementary School is ranked #774 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Durant Elementary School?
242 students attend Durant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Durant Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durant Elementary School?
Durant Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durant Elementary School offer ?
Durant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durant Elementary School part of?
Durant Elementary School is part of Holmes County Consolidated School District.
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