Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, R H Bearden 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R H Bearden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
R H Bearden Elementary School's student population of 280 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
R H Bearden 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 R H Bearden Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#767 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
99%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R H Bearden Elementary School's ranking?
R H Bearden Elementary School is ranked #767 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend R H Bearden Elementary School?
280 students attend R H Bearden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of R H Bearden Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of R H Bearden Elementary School?
R H Bearden Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does R H Bearden Elementary School offer ?
R H Bearden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is R H Bearden Elementary School part of?
R H Bearden Elementary School is part of West Tallahatchie School District.
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