Serving 2,044 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grenada Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 2,044 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Grenada Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Grenada, MS, covering an area of approximately 449.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 21.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grenada 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
Grenada Elementary School's student population of 2,044 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,044 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
'Where Knowledge Comes to Life'
School Rankings
Grenada Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grenada Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#97 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Grenada Elementary School's ranking?
Grenada Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Grenada Elementary School?
2,044 students attend Grenada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Grenada Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grenada Elementary School?
Grenada Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Grenada Elementary School offer ?
Grenada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grenada Elementary School part of?
Grenada Elementary School is part of Grenada School District.
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