Red Water Elementary School serves 132 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Water Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Water Elementary School's student population of 132 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
alla momat ikkaha chih, all children will learn
School Rankings
The diversity score of Red Water Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Red Water Elementary School?
132 students attend Red Water Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Red Water Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Water Elementary School?
Red Water Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Water Elementary School offer ?
Red Water Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Water Elementary School part of?
Red Water Elementary School is part of Red Water Elementary School District.
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