Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Buckatunna Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckatunna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Buckatunna Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckatunna Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckatunna Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#293 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
55%
47%
White
43%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buckatunna Elementary School's ranking?
Buckatunna Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Buckatunna Elementary School?
377 students attend Buckatunna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Buckatunna Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckatunna Elementary School?
Buckatunna Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Buckatunna Elementary School offer ?
Buckatunna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Buckatunna Elementary School part of?
Buckatunna Elementary School is part of Wayne Co School District.
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