Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Biggersville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Biggersville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Biggersville Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learn. Lead. EXCEL!
School Rankings
Biggersville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Biggersville Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#282 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
16%
45%
White
77%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biggersville Elementary School's ranking?
Biggersville Elementary School is ranked #282 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Biggersville Elementary School often compared to?
Biggersville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcorn Central Elementary School, Corinth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Biggersville Elementary School?
354 students attend Biggersville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Biggersville Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Biggersville Elementary School?
Biggersville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Biggersville Elementary School offer ?
Biggersville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Biggersville Elementary School part of?
Biggersville Elementary School is part of Alcorn School District.
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