Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Utica Elementary Mid 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 45% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Utica Elementary/Middle School covers approximately 177.2 square miles in the southwest part of Utica, MS. Families within this area typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utica Elementary Mid School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Utica Elementary Mid School's student population of 304 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Utica Elementary Mid 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 Utica Elementary Mid School is 0.30, 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
#460 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
26%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 25-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 Utica Elementary Mid School's ranking?
Utica Elementary Mid School is ranked #460 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Utica Elementary Mid School?
304 students attend Utica Elementary Mid School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Utica Elementary Mid School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utica Elementary Mid School?
Utica Elementary Mid School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Utica Elementary Mid School offer ?
Utica Elementary Mid School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Utica Elementary Mid School part of?
Utica Elementary Mid School is part of Hinds County School District.
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