Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newton Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#576 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
90%
47%
White
5%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton Elementary School's ranking?
Newton Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Newton Elementary School?
400 students attend Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Newton Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton Elementary School?
Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Newton Elementary School offer ?
Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Newton Elementary School part of?
Newton Elementary School is part of Newton Municipal School District.
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