Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Osyka Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osyka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Osyka Elementary School's student population of 181 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
~WE RESPECT, WE LEARN, WE SUCCEED~
School Rankings
Osyka Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Osyka Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#87 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
80%
47%
White
17%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
9%
8%
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 Osyka Elementary School's ranking?
Osyka Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Osyka Elementary School often compared to?
Osyka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School, Otken Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Osyka Elementary School?
181 students attend Osyka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Osyka Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osyka Elementary School?
Osyka Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Osyka Elementary School offer ?
Osyka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Osyka Elementary School part of?
Osyka Elementary School is part of South Pike School District.
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