Olive Branch Elementary School serves 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Attendance Zone: Olive Branch Elementary serves the northeast part of Olive Branch, MS, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olive Branch Elementary School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Olive Branch Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
36%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Olive Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Olive Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewisburg Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Olive Branch Elementary School?
504 students attend Olive Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Olive Branch Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olive Branch Elementary School?
Olive Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olive Branch Elementary School offer ?
Olive Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olive Branch Elementary School part of?
Olive Branch Elementary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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