Serving 314 students in grades 3-5, East Amory Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for East Amory School encompasses the entire Amory school district, covering approximately 78.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 12.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Amory Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Amory Elementary School's student population of 314 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
East Amory Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Amory Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#170 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 is East Amory Elementary School's ranking?
East Amory Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Amory Elementary School?
314 students attend East Amory Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of East Amory Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Amory Elementary School?
East Amory Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Amory Elementary School offer ?
East Amory Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Amory Elementary School part of?
East Amory Elementary School is part of Amory School District.
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