Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Leakesville 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 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leakesville Elementary School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Learners today, Leaders tomorrow
School Rankings
Leakesville 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 Leakesville Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#320 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
19%
47%
White
77%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
26%
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 Leakesville Elementary School's ranking?
Leakesville 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 Leakesville Elementary School?
426 students attend Leakesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Leakesville Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leakesville Elementary School?
Leakesville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leakesville Elementary School offer ?
Leakesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leakesville Elementary School part of?
Leakesville Elementary School is part of Greene County School District.
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