Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Simpson Central 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 47% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Simpson Central School serves the west part of the Mendenhall, MS school district, covering an area of approximately 256 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simpson Central School's student population of 388 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Simpson Central School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simpson Central School is 0.54, 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
#416 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
39%
45%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
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
What is Simpson Central School's ranking?
Simpson Central School is ranked #416 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Simpson Central School often compared to?
Simpson Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mendenhall Elementary School, Magee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Simpson Central School?
388 students attend Simpson Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Simpson Central School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simpson Central School?
Simpson Central School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Simpson Central School offer ?
Simpson Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simpson Central School part of?
Simpson Central School is part of Simpson County School District.
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