Serving 173 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Runnelstown 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Runnelstown Elementary School serves the northern part of Petal, MS, covering an area of approximately 93.6 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Runnelstown School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Runnelstown School's student population of 173 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
Where Every Student Matters and Every Moment Counts
School Rankings
Runnelstown 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 Runnelstown School is 0.36, 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
#345 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
13%
45%
White
79%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Runnelstown School's ranking?
Runnelstown School is ranked #345 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Runnelstown School?
173 students attend Runnelstown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Runnelstown School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Runnelstown School?
Runnelstown School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Runnelstown School offer ?
Runnelstown School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Runnelstown School part of?
Runnelstown School is part of Perry County School District.
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