Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 714 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#201 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
3%
47%
White
89%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
32%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Agricola Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
714 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Central Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of George Co School District.
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