Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Charleston 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charleston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charleston Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Charleston 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 Charleston Elementary 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
#778 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
83%
45%
White
12%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
East Tallahatchie School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charleston Elementary School's ranking?
Charleston Elementary School is ranked #778 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Charleston Elementary School?
316 students attend Charleston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Charleston Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Charleston Elementary School offer ?
Charleston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charleston Elementary School part of?
Charleston Elementary School is part of East Tallahatchie School District.
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