Serving 1,419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Neshoba Central 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 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neshoba Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Neshoba Central Elementary School's student population of 1,419 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Neshoba Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neshoba Central Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#137 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
16%
45%
White
59%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neshoba Central Elementary School's ranking?
Neshoba Central Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Neshoba Central Elementary School often compared to?
Neshoba Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Elementary School, Neshoba Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Neshoba Central Elementary School?
1,419 students attend Neshoba Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Neshoba Central Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neshoba Central Elementary School?
Neshoba Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Neshoba Central Elementary School offer ?
Neshoba Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neshoba Central Elementary School part of?
Neshoba Central Elementary School is part of Neshoba County Schools.
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