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#96 of 863 schools in MS

Top 11% in state

Bankston Elementary School

Elementary School · GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT

1312 Grand Boulevard P. O. BOX 1497, Greenwood, MS 38930

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#96 of 863

In Greenwood

#1 of 11

public schools

In district

#1 of 12

GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Bankston Elementary School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Greenwood · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Leflore Legacy Academy

7.1/10

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7.6/10

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About Bankston Elementary School

Bankston Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greenwood, MS, part of GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT. Bankston Elementary School serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bankston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Bankston Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • MS avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change+3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.3% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.4% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg-21.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,241
Chronic Absenteeism18.2%

Bankston Elementary School — Students at Bankston Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
53.0% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 34.2% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
51.1% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 15 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
32.3%
ELA
38.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Bankston Elementary School Compares

See how Bankston Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in MS
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1312 Grand Boulevard P. O. BOX 1497, Greenwood, MS 38930

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bankston Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROSSER EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 7.7/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Moorhead), with a comparable rating. Another option is DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Itta Bena), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Leflore Legacy Academy Greenwood 1.4 mi 7.1
DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood 1.5 mi 7.6
DELTA STREETS ACADEMY Greenwood 1.5 mi 8.3
GREENWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Greenwood 1.7 mi 6.4
GREENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Greenwood 1.9 mi 6.4
THREADGILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Greenwood 2.0 mi 4.8
THREADGILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood 2.5 mi 6.4
AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL Greenwood 3.0 mi 6.9
AMANDA ELZY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Greenwood 3.0 mi 5.9
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Greenwood 3.2 mi 7.8
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood 3.7 mi 6.8
PILLOW ACADEMY Greenwood 3.6 mi 6.2
CLAUDINE F BROWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood 4.8 mi 3.8
LEFLORE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Itta Bena 8.1 mi 6.7
LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Itta Bena 8.1 mi 7.5
CARROLL ACADEMY Carrollton 15.5 mi 5.6
J Z GEORGE HIGH SCHOOL North Carrollton 15.7 mi 6.1
MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Carrollton 16.1 mi 4.4
ROSSER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Moorhead 18.8 mi 7.7
MOORHEAD CENTRAL SCHOOL Moorhead 19.4 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,109

Median Home Value

$108,000

Median Rent

$694/mo

Population

23,326

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

57.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

35.4

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Conehatta Elementary School Conehatta, MS 8.2
LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake, MS 8.2
BAY SPRINGS ELEM SCH Bay Springs, MS 8.1
GRACE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg, MS 8.1
OKOLONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Okolona, MS 8.1
VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY Vancleave, MS 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bankston Elementary School

What grades does Bankston Elementary School serve?

Bankston Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Bankston Elementary School?

Bankston Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bankston Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bankston Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bankston Elementary School rank in MS?

Bankston Elementary School ranks #96 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Bankston Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bankston Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bankston Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bankston Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Bankston Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bankston Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bankston Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bankston Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bankston Elementary School?

100.0% of students at Bankston Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
307
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Leflore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.2%

District

GREENWOOD-LEFLORE CONS SCH DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,849
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,241
District Rank
#1 of 12

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