Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Nanih Waiya Attendance Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NaniH Waiya Attendance Center serves the southeastern part of its school district in Louisville, MS, covering an area of approximately 92.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located 9.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center's student population of 517 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
517 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is 0.45, 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
#182 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nanih Waiya Attendance Center's ranking?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is ranked #182 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Nanih Waiya Attendance Center often compared to?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Noxapater Attendance, Louisville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center?
The graduation rate of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend Nanih Waiya Attendance Center?
517 students attend Nanih Waiya Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nanih Waiya Attendance Center offer ?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nanih Waiya Attendance Center part of?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is part of Louisville Municipal School District.
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