Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Strayhorn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (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 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Strayhorn Elementary School serves the western part of its school district in Sarah, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 97.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone about 7.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strayhorn Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Strayhorn Elementary 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 Strayhorn Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#389 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
9%
45%
White
73%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strayhorn Elementary School's ranking?
Strayhorn Elementary School is ranked #389 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?
51% 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 Strayhorn Elementary School?
407 students attend Strayhorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Strayhorn Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strayhorn Elementary School?
Strayhorn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Strayhorn Elementary School offer ?
Strayhorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Strayhorn Elementary School part of?
Strayhorn Elementary School is part of Tate County School District.
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