Serving 1,419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neshoba Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Neshoba Central Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Philadelphia, MS, encompassing approximately 530 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 17.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neshoba Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Neshoba Central Elementary School's student population of 1,419 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Neshoba Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neshoba Central Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#137 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Neshoba Central Elementary School's ranking?
Neshoba Central Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Neshoba Central Elementary School often compared to?
Neshoba Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Elementary School, Neshoba Central High School, Philadelphia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Neshoba Central Elementary School?
1,419 students attend Neshoba Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Neshoba Central Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neshoba Central Elementary School?
Neshoba Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neshoba Central Elementary School offer ?
Neshoba Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neshoba Central Elementary School part of?
Neshoba Central Elementary School is part of Neshoba County Schools.
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