Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eupora Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eupora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Eupora Elementary School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eupora 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 Eupora Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#186 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
26%
47%
White
66%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
36%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eupora Elementary School's ranking?
Eupora Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Eupora Elementary School?
408 students attend Eupora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Eupora Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eupora Elementary School?
Eupora Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eupora Elementary School offer ?
Eupora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eupora Elementary School part of?
Eupora Elementary School is part of Webster Co School District.
School Reviews
5 7/12/2013
My grandson goes to this school and we love it and the teachers, they are so good to him and understanding. He has ADHD and they know just what to do with him in the afternoon. thanks for all the help I get from yall.....
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