Serving 850 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Leake Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leake Central Elementary School serves the northwest part of Carthage, MS, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 396 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leake Central Elementary School's student population of 850 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leake Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leake Central Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#660 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
7%
Black
55%
45%
White
14%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leake Central Elementary School's ranking?
Leake Central Elementary School is ranked #660 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Leake Central Elementary School often compared to?
Leake Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leake County Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Leake Central Elementary School?
850 students attend Leake Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Leake Central Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leake Central Elementary School?
Leake Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leake Central Elementary School offer ?
Leake Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leake Central Elementary School part of?
Leake Central Elementary School is part of Leake County School District.
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