Serving 151 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Luther Branson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Luther Branson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Luther Branson Elementary School's student population of 151 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luther Branson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther Branson Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#40 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
93%
45%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Branson Elementary School's ranking?
Luther Branson Elementary School is ranked #40 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Luther Branson Elementary School?
151 students attend Luther Branson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Luther Branson Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther Branson Elementary School?
Luther Branson Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Luther Branson Elementary School offer ?
Luther Branson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luther Branson Elementary School part of?
Luther Branson Elementary School is part of Madison County Schools.
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