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#855 of 863 schools in MS

Booker T Washington Intern. Studies

Elementary School · CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST

PO Box 1088, Clarksdale, MS 38614

Enrollment

207

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

2.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#855 of 863

In Clarksdale

#11 of 12

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST

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Booker T Washington Intern. Studies

2.4/10

Elementary School in Clarksdale · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Booker T Washington Intern. Studies

Booker T Washington Intern. Studies is a public elementary school in Clarksdale, MS, part of CLARKSDALE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST. Booker T Washington Intern.

Studies serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T Washington Intern. Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #855 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Booker T Washington Intern. Studies show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 2.6
  • MS avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,773
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Booker T Washington Intern. Studies — Students at Booker T Washington Intern. Studies score 10% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 20.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
22%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
2.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
15%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Booker T Washington Intern. Studies Compares

See how Booker T Washington Intern. Studies performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.4/10
1th percentile in MS
Academic
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

Location

PO Box 1088, Clarksdale, MS 38614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Booker T Washington Intern. Studies may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKS ELEM SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Duncan), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUITMAN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Lambert), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarksdale, see our Clarksdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.0 mi
School Distance Rating
JEROME W. STAMPLEY 9TH GRADE ACADEM Clarksdale 0.8 mi 6.4
W.A. HIGGINS MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY Clarksdale 1.0 mi 4.1
GEO H OLIVER VISUAL/PERF. ARTS Clarksdale 1.0 mi 2.0
OAKHURST INTERMEDIATE ACADEMY Clarksdale 1.2 mi 4.2
CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL Clarksdale 1.1 mi 4.7
ST ELIZABETH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clarksdale 1.7 mi 7.4
PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Clarksdale 2.0 mi 8.4
KIRKPATRICK HEALTH /WELLNESS Clarksdale 2.0 mi 3.4
CLARKSDALE COLLEGIATE Clarksdale 2.0 mi 6.9
LEE ACADEMY Clarksdale 2.5 mi 7.2
COAHOMA COUNTY JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Clarksdale 2.7 mi 5.0
LYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale 4.2 mi 7.4
JONESTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale 11.7 mi 6.3
FRIARS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarksdale 12.6 mi 7.1
BROOKS ELEM SCHOOL Duncan 14.5 mi 9.2
QUITMAN COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lambert 16.1 mi 8.5
M. S. PALMER HIGH SCHOOL Marks 17.0 mi 4.7
R H BEARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sumner 19.0 mi 6.5
QUITMAN COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Marks 17.3 mi 5.1
NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL Shelby 20.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,273

Median Home Value

$91,000

Median Rent

$762/mo

Population

16,384

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

36.5%

Median Age

34.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
WEBB PREPARATORY SCHOOL Greenville, MS 2.2
ISABLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS 2.6
RAINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS 2.6
SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS 2.7
LC HATCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lucedale, MS 1.8
WEDDINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville, MS 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Booker T Washington Intern. Studies

What grades does Booker T Washington Intern. Studies serve?

Booker T Washington Intern. Studies serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Booker T Washington Intern. Studies?

Booker T Washington Intern. Studies has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington Intern. Studies?

The student-teacher ratio at Booker T Washington Intern. Studies is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Booker T Washington Intern. Studies rank in MS?

Booker T Washington Intern. Studies ranks #855 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Booker T Washington Intern. Studies's MySchoolScout rating?

Booker T Washington Intern. Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Booker T Washington Intern. Studies?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T Washington Intern. Studies has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Booker T Washington Intern. Studies a charter school?

No, Booker T Washington Intern. Studies is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Booker T Washington Intern. Studies a Title I school?

No, Booker T Washington Intern. Studies is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T Washington Intern. Studies?

100.0% of students at Booker T Washington Intern. Studies 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
207
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Coahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

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