Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Delta Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Delta Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rolling Fork, MS, covering approximately 819.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 20-30 minutes and the average distance to the zone's edge being about 16.9 miles. The furthest point from the school within the zone is approximately 35.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Delta Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
School Rankings
South Delta Elementary 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 South Delta Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#697 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
100%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2024. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2001–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Delta Elementary School's ranking?
South Delta Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Delta Elementary School?
234 students attend South Delta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of South Delta Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Delta Elementary School?
South Delta Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Delta Elementary School offer ?
South Delta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Delta Elementary School part of?
South Delta Elementary School is part of South Delta School District.
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