Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mendenhall 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 46% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mendenhall Elementary School's student population of 598 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We create, innovate, connect.
School Rankings
Mendenhall 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 Mendenhall Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#487 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
49%
45%
White
46%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendenhall Elementary School's ranking?
Mendenhall Elementary School is ranked #487 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Mendenhall Elementary School often compared to?
Mendenhall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magee Elementary School, Simpson Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Mendenhall Elementary School?
598 students attend Mendenhall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mendenhall Elementary School students are Black, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendenhall Elementary School?
Mendenhall Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mendenhall Elementary School offer ?
Mendenhall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mendenhall Elementary School part of?
Mendenhall Elementary School is part of Simpson County School District.
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