Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#530 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
5%
Black
84%
47%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School's ranking?
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School often compared to?
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School?
399 students attend Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School?
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School offer ?
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School part of?
Jimmie M. Goodloe Elementary School is part of Canton Public School District.
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