Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Nanih Waiya Attendance Center ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center's student population of 522 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is 0.43, 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
#182 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
15%
47%
White
74%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
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 Nanih Waiya Attendance Center's ranking?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is ranked #182 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Nanih Waiya Attendance Center often compared to?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Noxapater Attendance Center, Louisville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center?
The graduation rate of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nanih Waiya Attendance Center?
522 students attend Nanih Waiya Attendance Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nanih Waiya Attendance Center?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nanih Waiya Attendance Center offer ?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nanih Waiya Attendance Center part of?
Nanih Waiya Attendance Center is part of Louisville Municipal School District.
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