Serving 578 students in grades 3-5, Mannsdale Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than 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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Mannsdale Upper Elementary serves the southwest part of Madison, MS, covering an area of approximately 22.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mannsdale Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mannsdale Upper Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Mannsdale Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mannsdale Upper Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#4 out of 795 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
19%
45%
White
72%
40%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mannsdale Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Mannsdale Upper Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Mannsdale Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Mannsdale Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Avenue Upper, Madison Station Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Mannsdale Upper Elementary School?
578 students attend Mannsdale Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mannsdale Upper Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mannsdale Upper Elementary School?
Mannsdale Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mannsdale Upper Elementary School offer ?
Mannsdale Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mannsdale Upper Elementary School part of?
Mannsdale Upper Elementary School is part of Madison County Schools.
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