Serving 473 students in grades Kindergarten-6, East Tate Elementary 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 45% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Tate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Tate Elementary School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
East Tate Elementary 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 East Tate Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#516 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
38%
45%
White
49%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Tate Elementary School's ranking?
East Tate Elementary School is ranked #516 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Tate Elementary School often compared to?
East Tate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Senatobia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Tate Elementary School?
473 students attend East Tate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of East Tate Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Tate Elementary School?
East Tate Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Tate Elementary School offer ?
East Tate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Tate Elementary School part of?
East Tate Elementary School is part of Tate County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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