Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Leake County 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leake County Elementary School serves the southeastern part of its district in Walnut Grove, MS, covering an area of approximately 189.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leake County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Leake County Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leake County 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 County Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#457 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
6%
6%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 19-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 Leake County Elementary School's ranking?
Leake County Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Leake County Elementary School often compared to?
Leake County Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leake Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Leake County Elementary School?
317 students attend Leake County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Leake County Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leake County Elementary School?
Leake County Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leake County Elementary School offer ?
Leake County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leake County Elementary School part of?
Leake County Elementary School is part of Leake County School District.
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