New Albany Elementary School

874 Sam T. Barkley Dr.
New Albany, MS 38652
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 1,074 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Albany Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,074 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 20% in MS
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

New Albany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

New Albany Elementary School's student population of 1,074 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,074 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar

School Rankings

New Albany 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 New Albany Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MS)
#111 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
68%
52%
59%
42%
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
19%
7%
Black
26%
45%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
(22-23)
16.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bullpup

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Albany Elementary School's ranking?
New Albany Elementary School is ranked #111 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?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend New Albany Elementary School?
1,074 students attend New Albany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of New Albany Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Albany Elementary School?
New Albany Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Albany Elementary School offer ?
New Albany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Albany Elementary School part of?
New Albany Elementary School is part of New Albany School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 1,074 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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