Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marietta Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marietta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Marietta Elementary School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marietta Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marietta Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
n/a
47%
White
99%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marietta Elementary School's ranking?
Marietta Elementary School is ranked #114 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 37% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Marietta Elementary School?
284 students attend Marietta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Marietta Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marietta Elementary School?
Marietta Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marietta Elementary School offer ?
Marietta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Marietta Elementary School part of?
Marietta Elementary School is part of Prentiss Co School Dist School District.
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