Serving 1,129 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Itawamba Attendance Center ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Itawamba Attendance Center's student population of 1,129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Itawamba Attendance Center 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 Itawamba Attendance Center is 0.27, 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
#263 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
7%
45%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Itawamba Attendance Center's ranking?
Itawamba Attendance Center is ranked #263 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Itawamba Attendance Center often compared to?
Itawamba Attendance Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Mantachie Attendance Center, Dorsey Attendance Center, Tremont Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Itawamba Attendance Center?
1,129 students attend Itawamba Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Itawamba Attendance Center students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Itawamba Attendance Center?
Itawamba Attendance Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Itawamba Attendance Center offer ?
Itawamba Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Itawamba Attendance Center part of?
Itawamba Attendance Center is part of Itawamba County School District.
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