Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bentonia Gibbs School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bentonia Gibbs School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bentonia Gibbs School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Bentonia Gibbs School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bentonia Gibbs School is 0.60, 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
#600 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
32%
45%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bentonia Gibbs School's ranking?
Bentonia Gibbs School is ranked #600 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bentonia Gibbs School often compared to?
Bentonia Gibbs Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mclaurin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bentonia Gibbs School?
380 students attend Bentonia Gibbs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Bentonia Gibbs School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% 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 Bentonia Gibbs School?
Bentonia Gibbs School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bentonia Gibbs School offer ?
Bentonia Gibbs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bentonia Gibbs School part of?
Bentonia Gibbs School is part of Yazoo County School District.
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