Serving 684 students in grades 3-5, Saltillo Elementary School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saltillo Elementary School's student population of 684 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saltillo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saltillo Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#385 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
16%
47%
White
74%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Saltillo Elementary School's ranking?
Saltillo Elementary School is ranked #385 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Saltillo Elementary School often compared to?
Saltillo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rankin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Saltillo Elementary School?
684 students attend Saltillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Saltillo Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saltillo Elementary School?
Saltillo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saltillo Elementary School offer ?
Saltillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Saltillo Elementary School part of?
Saltillo Elementary School is part of Lee County School District.
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