Serving 1,073 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Albany Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Albany Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Albany Elementary School's student population of 1,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Albany Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Albany Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#113 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
16%
5%
Black
26%
47%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 New Albany Elementary School's ranking?
New Albany Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend New Albany Elementary School?
1,073 students attend New Albany Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of New Albany Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Albany Elementary School?
New Albany Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Albany Elementary School offer ?
New Albany Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New Albany Elementary School part of?
New Albany Elementary School is part of New Albany School District.
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