Serving 479 students in grades 2-3, Chickasaw 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% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chickasaw Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Chickasaw Elementary School's student population of 479 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Chickasaw 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 Chickasaw Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#284 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
45%
47%
White
38%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Chickasaw Elementary School's ranking?
Chickasaw Elementary School is ranked #284 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Chickasaw Elementary School?
479 students attend Chickasaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Chickasaw Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chickasaw Elementary School?
Chickasaw Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chickasaw Elementary School offer ?
Chickasaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chickasaw Elementary School part of?
Chickasaw Elementary School is part of Desoto Co School District.
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