Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Philadelphia 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 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philadelphia Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Philadelphia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philadelphia Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#658 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
81%
45%
White
9%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Elementary School's ranking?
Philadelphia Elementary School is ranked #658 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Philadelphia Elementary School often compared to?
Philadelphia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia High School, Neshoba Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Philadelphia Elementary School?
430 students attend Philadelphia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Philadelphia Elementary School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philadelphia Elementary School?
Philadelphia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Elementary School offer ?
Philadelphia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Philadelphia Elementary School part of?
Philadelphia Elementary School is part of Philadelphia Public School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Teachers do not help students, couselor is not helpful at all. They will give special needs children things that can harm them. NOT A GOOD SCHOOL!
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