Serving 337 students in grades 3-5, Rankin Elementary School 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rankin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rankin Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Mascot
Wave
School Rankings
Rankin Elementary School 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 Rankin 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
#236 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
5%
Black
51%
47%
White
30%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wave
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rankin Elementary School's ranking?
Rankin Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Rankin Elementary School often compared to?
Rankin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saltillo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Rankin Elementary School?
337 students attend Rankin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rankin Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rankin Elementary School?
Rankin Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rankin Elementary School offer ?
Rankin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rankin Elementary School part of?
Rankin Elementary School is part of Tupelo Public School District.
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