Serving 200 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Runnelstown 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Runnelstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Runnelstown Elementary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Where Every Student Matters and Every Moment Counts
School Rankings
Runnelstown 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 Runnelstown Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#345 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
14%
47%
White
78%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Runnelstown Elementary School's ranking?
Runnelstown Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 795 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Runnelstown Elementary School?
200 students attend Runnelstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Runnelstown Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Runnelstown Elementary School?
Runnelstown Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Runnelstown Elementary School offer ?
Runnelstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Runnelstown Elementary School part of?
Runnelstown Elementary School is part of Perry Co School District.
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