Serving 755 students in grades 1-2,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Math Proficiency: 77%
- Reading Proficiency: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 755 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)77%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)64%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
9%
4%
Black
31%
47%
White
49%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
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 schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bramlett Elementary School, Lafayette Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% MS state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% MS state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
755 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Central Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Oxford School District.
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