Best Schools in Buckatunna, Mississippi
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Buckatunna Elementary School
Elementary · Wayne Co School Dist. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$58,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$58,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buckatunna
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buckatunna Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $27,667
- Median home value
- $58,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 6%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Buckatunna compares
Median household income
$28k
53% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Buckatunna, Mississippi
Buckatunna, Mississippi is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Buckatunna perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Buckatunna is Buckatunna Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buckatunna is served by 1 school district: WAYNE CO SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 2,977 students.
Buckatunna's community shows 6% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $27,667. The poverty rate in the area is 29.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
Schools in Buckatunna
Buckatunna, Mississippi · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$27,667
Median Home Value
$58,300
Population
2,168
College Educated
6%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Community Profile
Buckatunna has a median household income of $27,667. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $58,300. The area has a poverty rate of 29.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Buckatunna, Mississippi
How many schools are in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
Buckatunna has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buckatunna is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Buckatunna on MySchoolScout is Buckatunna Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Buckatunna on MySchoolScout is Buckatunna Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Buckatunna, Mississippi?
Buckatunna is served by 1 school district: Wayne Co School Dist.
What is the education level in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 6% of adults in Buckatunna have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
The median household income in Buckatunna is approximately $27,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buckatunna is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buckatunna, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.