Serving 604 students in grades 2-3, Lewisburg Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewisburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewisburg Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Lewisburg Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewisburg Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#10 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)85%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
14%
45%
White
72%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Desoto County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewisburg Elementary School's ranking?
Lewisburg Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lewisburg Elementary School often compared to?
Lewisburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lewisburg Elementary School?
604 students attend Lewisburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lewisburg Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewisburg Elementary School?
Lewisburg Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewisburg Elementary School offer ?
Lewisburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewisburg Elementary School part of?
Lewisburg Elementary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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