Best Schools in Itta Bena, Mississippi
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Leflore County Elementary School
Elementary · Greenwood-leflore Cons Sch District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Leflore County High School
High · Greenwood-leflore Cons Sch District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$84,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$84,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Itta Bena schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Itta Bena
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leflore County Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Leflore County High School | 6.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $33,967
- Median home value
- $84,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 39%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Itta Bena compares
Median household income
$34k
65% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Itta Bena, Mississippi
Itta Bena, Mississippi is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Itta Bena 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 Itta Bena is Leflore County Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Itta Bena is served by 1 school district: GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 3,849 students.
Itta Bena's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $33,967. The poverty rate in the area is 30.2%.
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 | 303 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 313 students · 7th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Itta Bena
Itta Bena, Mississippi · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$33,967
Median Home Value
$84,200
Median Rent
$650/mo
Population
3,478
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
39%
Poverty Rate
30.2%
Community Profile
Itta Bena has a median household income of $33,967. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $84,200, with a median rent of $650/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Itta Bena, Mississippi
How many schools are in Itta Bena, Mississippi?
Itta Bena has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Itta Bena, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Itta Bena is 7.1 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 Itta Bena, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Itta Bena on MySchoolScout is Leflore County Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Itta Bena, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Itta Bena on MySchoolScout is Leflore County Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Itta Bena, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Itta Bena on MySchoolScout is Leflore County High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Itta Bena, Mississippi?
Itta Bena is served by 1 school district: Greenwood-leflore Cons Sch District.
What is the education level in Itta Bena, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Itta Bena have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Itta Bena, Mississippi?
The median household income in Itta Bena is approximately $33,967 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Itta Bena, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Itta Bena is 12.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Itta Bena, 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.