Serving 234 students in grades 4-6, Tylertown 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 29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tylertown Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Tylertown, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 255 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tylertown Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tylertown 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 Tylertown Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#589 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tylertown Elementary School's ranking?
Tylertown Elementary School is ranked #589 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Tylertown Elementary School?
234 students attend Tylertown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Tylertown Elementary School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tylertown Elementary School?
Tylertown Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tylertown Elementary School offer ?
Tylertown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tylertown Elementary School part of?
Tylertown Elementary School is part of Walthall County School District.
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