For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 596 students in Newton, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newton, MS are N H Pilate Middle School and Newton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton, MS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 35% statewide average). Elementary schools in Newton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Newton, MS (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
N H Pilate Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
531 E. Church Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
Rank: #22.
Newton Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 W. Tatum Street
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3979
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3979
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Newton, Mississippi Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 150
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Newton, MS 39345
(601) 683-3926
Grades: 5-8
| 356 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Newton, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Newton, MS include N H Pilate Middle School and Newton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Newton, MS?
2 public elementary schools are located in Newton, MS.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton, MS?
Newton, MS public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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