Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Topeka - Tilton 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 47% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Topeka - Tilton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Topeka - Tilton School's student population of 298 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Topeka - Tilton 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 Topeka - Tilton School is 0.31, 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
#437 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
13%
45%
White
82%
40%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Topeka - Tilton School's ranking?
Topeka - Tilton School is ranked #437 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Topeka - Tilton School?
298 students attend Topeka - Tilton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Topeka - Tilton School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Topeka - Tilton School?
Topeka - Tilton School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Topeka - Tilton School offer ?
Topeka - Tilton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Topeka - Tilton School part of?
Topeka - Tilton School is part of Lawrence County School District.
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