Serving 245 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Moorhead Central 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moorhead Central School's student population of 245 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Moorhead Central 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 Moorhead Central School is 0.13, 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
#691 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
93%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moorhead Central School's ranking?
Moorhead Central School is ranked #691 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Moorhead Central School?
245 students attend Moorhead Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Moorhead Central School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moorhead Central School?
Moorhead Central School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moorhead Central School offer ?
Moorhead Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moorhead Central School part of?
Moorhead Central School is part of Sunflower County Consolidated School District.
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