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
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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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%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 1988)
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
White
66%
40%
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Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2018–2025. Show full history, 2013–2025 (no data for 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2021)
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1989–2025
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1992–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2021 and 2022)
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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