Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Magee 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 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Magee Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Magee 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 Magee Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#578 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
2%
5%

Black
57%
47%

White
32%
42%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%

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 Magee Elementary School's ranking?
Magee Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Magee Elementary School often compared to?
Magee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mendenhall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Magee Elementary School?
526 students attend Magee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Magee Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Magee Elementary School?
Magee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magee Elementary School offer ?
Magee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Magee Elementary School part of?
Magee Elementary School is part of Simpson Co School District.
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