Serving 741 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Batesville Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Batesville Elementary School's student population of 741 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of Batesville Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
61%
45%
White
31%
40%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% MS state average).
How many students attend Batesville Elementary School?
741 students attend Batesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Batesville Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Batesville Elementary School?
Batesville Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Batesville Elementary School offer ?
Batesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Batesville Elementary School part of?
Batesville Elementary School is part of South Panola School District.
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