Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tishomingo Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tishomingo Elementary School's student population of 254 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-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Tishomingo 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 Tishomingo Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#383 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
2%
45%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tishomingo Elementary School's ranking?
Tishomingo Elementary School is ranked #383 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Tishomingo Elementary School?
254 students attend Tishomingo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Tishomingo Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tishomingo Elementary School?
Tishomingo Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tishomingo Elementary School offer ?
Tishomingo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tishomingo Elementary School part of?
Tishomingo Elementary School is part of Tishomingo County School District.
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