Serving 882 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Newton County 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 67% (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 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton County Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Decatur, MS, encompassing approximately 406.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newton County Elementary School's student population of 882 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
882 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Newton County 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 Newton County Elementary 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
#141 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
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)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Newton County Elementary School's ranking?
Newton County Elementary School is ranked #141 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?
67% 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).
How many students attend Newton County Elementary School?
882 students attend Newton County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Newton County Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton County Elementary School?
Newton County Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton County Elementary School offer ?
Newton County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newton County Elementary School part of?
Newton County Elementary School is part of Newton County School District.
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