Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marietta Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marietta Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Marietta, MS, covering approximately 376.1 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging 12.5 miles and extending up to 22.9 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marietta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Marietta Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Marietta Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marietta Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#132 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
45%
White
99%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marietta Elementary School's ranking?
Marietta Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Marietta Elementary School often compared to?
Marietta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Petal Elementary 3-4, Madison Avenue Upper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Marietta Elementary School?
270 students attend Marietta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Marietta Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marietta Elementary School?
Marietta Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marietta Elementary School offer ?
Marietta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marietta Elementary School part of?
Marietta Elementary School is part of Prentiss County School District.
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