Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chalybeate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chalybeate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chalybeate Elementary School's student population of 283 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Chalybeate Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chalybeate Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
1%
47%
White
97%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chalybeate Elementary School's ranking?
Chalybeate Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Chalybeate Elementary School often compared to?
Chalybeate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Attendance Center, Ripley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Chalybeate Elementary School?
283 students attend Chalybeate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Chalybeate Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chalybeate Elementary School?
Chalybeate Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chalybeate Elementary School offer ?
Chalybeate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chalybeate Elementary School part of?
Chalybeate Elementary School is part of North Tippah School District.
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