For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,688 students in 39327, MS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39327, MS are Newton County Elementary School and Newton County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 39327 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Mississippi public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 39327, MS have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Mississippi public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 39327, MS Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newton County Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15881 Highway 15
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2956
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2956
Grades: PK-6
| 877 students
Rank: #22.
Newton County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16255 Hwy 503
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4261
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4261
Grades: 6-12
| 811 students
Rank: n/an/a
East Central Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
273 Tenth Avenue
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2118
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-2118
Grades: 3-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Newton County Voc Complex
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
15935 Highway 15 North
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Decatur, MS 39327
(601) 635-4138
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 39327, MS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 39327, MS include Newton County Elementary School and Newton County High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 39327?
4 public elementary schools are located in 39327.
What is the racial composition of students in 39327?
39327 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Mississippi public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.