Excellent
#60 of 863 schools in MS
Top 7% in state
Durant Elementary School
Elementary School · HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD
65 West Madison Street, Durant, MS 39063
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#60 of 863
In Durant
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Durant Elementary School
Durant Elementary School is a public elementary school in Durant, MS, part of HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD. Durant Elementary School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Durant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Durant Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Durant Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Durant Elementary School — Students at Durant Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Durant Elementary School Compares
See how Durant Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
65 West Madison Street, Durant, MS 39063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Durant Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CAMDEN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores slightly higher. Another option is S V MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Lexington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KOSCIUSKO LOWER ELEM (rated 7.9/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Kosciusko), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Durant, see our Durant schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAMS-SULLIVAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Durant | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| LONG CREEK ATTENDANCE CENTER Sallis | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| GOODMAN PICKENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Goodman | 11.3 mi | 6.7 |
| WILLIAM DEAN JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 10.3 mi | 7.1 |
| MCADAMS ATTENDANCE CENTER Sallis | 10.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CENTRAL HOLMES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lexington | 10.8 mi | 7.7 |
| HOLMES COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Lexington | 11.7 mi | 6.7 |
| KOSCIUSKO MIDDLE Kosciusko | 15.3 mi | 5.2 |
| KOSCIUSKO UPPER ELEM Kosciusko | 15.7 mi | 5.2 |
| KOSCIUSKO JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Kosciusko | 15.8 mi | 6.7 |
| KOSCIUSKO LOWER ELEM Kosciusko | 16.2 mi | 7.9 |
| PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Kosciusko | 16.3 mi | 4.7 |
| KOSCIUSKO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Kosciusko | 16.8 mi | 5.2 |
| VELMA JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL Camden | 20.9 mi | 6.6 |
| S V MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 19.8 mi | 8.0 |
| S V MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Lexington | 19.8 mi | 7.4 |
| CAMDEN ELEMENTARY Camden | 23.7 mi | 9.2 |
| SHIRLEY D. SIMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 25.5 mi | 6.5 |
| ETHEL ATTENDANCE CENTER Ethel | 22.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LINWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vaughan | 25.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,700
Median Home Value
$59,600
Median Rent
$493/mo
Population
2,653
College Educated
9.1%
Homeownership
63.4%
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARACK H OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 8.5 |
| ST RICHARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 8.5 |
| BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL Lumberton, MS | 8.6 |
| NORTH FORREST ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg, MS | 8.6 |
| I T MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mound Bayou, MS | 8.3 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Durant Elementary School
What grades does Durant Elementary School serve?
Durant Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Durant Elementary School?
Durant Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Durant Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Durant Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Durant Elementary School rank in MS?
Durant Elementary School ranks #60 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Durant Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Durant Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Durant Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Durant Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).
Is Durant Elementary School a charter school?
No, Durant Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Durant Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Durant Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Durant Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Durant 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Holmes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (662) 653-3176
Resources & Links
District
HOLMES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED SD- District Enrollment
- 2,386
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,056
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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