Shannon Primary School serves 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Attendance Zone: Shannon Primary School serves the southern part of its district in Shannon, MS, covering an area of approximately 70.4 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shannon Primary School's student population of 249 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shannon Primary School is 0.56, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
52%
45%
White
41%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shannon Primary School?
249 students attend Shannon Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Shannon Primary School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shannon Primary School?
Shannon Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shannon Primary School offer ?
Shannon Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shannon Primary School part of?
Shannon Primary School is part of Lee County School District.
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