Serving 220 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Nettleton Primary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Nettleton Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Nettleton, MS, covering approximately 98.3 square miles. Families in this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nettleton Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nettleton Primary School's student population of 220 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
100 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Motto
Teaching Today What Matters Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Nettleton Primary 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 Nettleton Primary School is 0.49, 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
#128 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Nettleton Primary School's ranking?
Nettleton Primary School is ranked #128 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Nettleton Primary School?
220 students attend Nettleton Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Nettleton Primary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nettleton Primary School?
Nettleton Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nettleton Primary School offer ?
Nettleton Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nettleton Primary School part of?
Nettleton Primary School is part of Nettleton School District.
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