Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Iuka Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Iuka Elementary School serves the northern part of Iuka, MS, covering an area of approximately 108 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 8.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 12.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Iuka Elementary School's student population of 414 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Iuka Elementary School 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 Iuka Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#320 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Iuka Elementary School's ranking?
Iuka Elementary School is ranked #320 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Iuka Elementary School?
414 students attend Iuka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Iuka Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Iuka Elementary School?
Iuka Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iuka Elementary School offer ?
Iuka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Iuka Elementary School part of?
Iuka Elementary School is part of Tishomingo County School District.
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