Serving 1,149 students in grades Kindergarten-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 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- 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 1,149 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 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 0.29, which is less 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
#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
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
8%
47%
White
84%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 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?
1,149 students attend Itawamba Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Itawamba Attendance Center students are White, 8% 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 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Itawamba Attendance Center offer ?
Itawamba Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-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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