Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pope School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pope Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Pope, MS, covering an area of approximately 76.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pope School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pope School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pope School is 0.32, 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
#325 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pope School's ranking?
Pope School is ranked #325 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pope School often compared to?
Pope Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hernando Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pope School?
549 students attend Pope School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pope School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pope School?
Pope School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pope School offer ?
Pope School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pope School part of?
Pope School is part of South Panola School District.
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