Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcneal 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 35% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: MC Neale Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Canton, MS school district, encompassing approximately 191.9 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being around 8.7 miles and the furthest edge located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcneal Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Perseverance Conquers All
School Rankings
Mcneal 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 Mcneal Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#461 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
86%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcneal Elementary School's ranking?
Mcneal Elementary School is ranked #461 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
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 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Mcneal Elementary School?
385 students attend Mcneal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mcneal Elementary School students are Black, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcneal Elementary School?
Mcneal Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcneal Elementary School offer ?
Mcneal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcneal Elementary School part of?
Mcneal Elementary School is part of Canton School District.
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