Serving 725 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walls Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Walls Elementary School's student population of 725 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
725 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Walls Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walls Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#449 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
5%
Black
48%
47%
White
31%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Walls Elementary School's ranking?
Walls Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Walls Elementary School often compared to?
Walls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southaven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Walls Elementary School?
725 students attend Walls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Walls Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walls Elementary School?
Walls Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walls Elementary School offer ?
Walls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walls Elementary School part of?
Walls Elementary School is part of Desoto Co School District.
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