Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ruleville Central 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruleville Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ruleville Central Elementary School's student population of 271 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Green and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruleville Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruleville Central Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
96%
45%
White
2%
40%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruleville Central Elementary School's ranking?
Ruleville Central Elementary School is ranked #467 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Ruleville Central Elementary School often compared to?
Ruleville Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Ruleville Central Elementary School?
271 students attend Ruleville Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ruleville Central Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruleville Central Elementary School?
Ruleville Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ruleville Central Elementary School offer ?
Ruleville Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruleville Central Elementary School part of?
Ruleville Central Elementary School is part of Sunflower County Consolidated School District.
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