Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Seminary Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Seminary Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Seminary, MS, covering an area of approximately 136.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Seminary Elementary School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Where our students are the Sunshine of Today and the Stars of Tomorrow
School Rankings
Seminary Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seminary Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#62 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
7%
45%
White
84%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Seminary Elementary School's ranking?
Seminary Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Seminary Elementary School often compared to?
Seminary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Olive Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Seminary Elementary School?
420 students attend Seminary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Seminary Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seminary Elementary School?
Seminary Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Seminary Elementary School offer ?
Seminary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminary Elementary School part of?
Seminary Elementary School is part of Covington County School District.
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