Serving 649 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Raleigh Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raleigh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Raleigh Elementary School's student population of 649 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Raleigh 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 Raleigh Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#378 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
22%
45%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh Elementary School's ranking?
Raleigh Elementary School is ranked #378 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Raleigh Elementary School often compared to?
Raleigh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mize Attendance Center, Raleigh High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Raleigh Elementary School?
649 students attend Raleigh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Raleigh Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raleigh Elementary School?
Raleigh Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Raleigh Elementary School offer ?
Raleigh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raleigh Elementary School part of?
Raleigh Elementary School is part of Smith County School District.
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