Serving 797 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Pontotoc Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Pontotoc Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
South Pontotoc Elementary School's student population of 797 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
South Pontotoc Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Pontotoc Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#187 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
5%
Black
8%
47%
White
79%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pontotoc Elementary School's ranking?
South Pontotoc Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Pontotoc Elementary School?
797 students attend South Pontotoc Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of South Pontotoc Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Pontotoc Elementary School?
South Pontotoc Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Pontotoc Elementary School offer ?
South Pontotoc Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Pontotoc Elementary School part of?
South Pontotoc Elementary School is part of Pontotoc Co School District.
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