Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jimmie M Goodloe 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School's student population of 366 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Perseverance Conquers All
School Rankings
Jimmie M Goodloe 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 Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#528 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
7%
Black
78%
45%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School's ranking?
Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School often compared to?
Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School?
366 students attend Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School?
Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School offer ?
Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School part of?
Jimmie M Goodloe Elementary School is part of Canton School District.
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