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#296 of 862 schools in MS
Top 34% in state
Itawamba Attendance Center
Elementary School · ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST
488 Little Indian Road, Fulton, MS 38843
Enrollment
1,149
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,149
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Fulton
#1 of 3
public schools
Mississippi elementary schools
#138 of 436
In district
#1 of 6
ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Itawamba Attendance Center
Itawamba Attendance Center serves 1,149 students from kindergarten through eighth grade in Fulton, Mississippi. This public elementary school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1 with 83 full-time equivalent teachers, providing relatively small class sizes for individualized attention. The school ranks in the 60th percentile statewide, placing 350th among Mississippi's 865 schools with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10.
Academically, students show stronger performance in mathematics, with 57% achieving proficiency or above, while English Language Arts sees 44% of students meeting proficiency standards across grade levels. These results indicate solid foundation-building with room for continued academic growth. Located on Little Indian Road in a remote rural setting, the school serves families in the 38843 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $52,083 and median home values average $132,500.
The surrounding community of 11,463 residents reflects a working-class area with a 9.6% poverty rate and 19% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Itawamba Attendance Center provides educational services to students in Mississippi's rural Itawamba County, where families value the close-knit community atmosphere and personalized learning environment that smaller schools can offer.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Itawamba Attendance Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Itawamba Attendance Center — Students at Itawamba Attendance Center score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 7.6/10.
How Itawamba Attendance Center Compares
See how Itawamba Attendance Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 61% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 47% (2019) to 44% (2022).
Location
488 Little Indian Road, Fulton, MS 38843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Itawamba Attendance Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NETTLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Nettleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST AMORY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Amory), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MOOREVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Mooreville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fulton, see our Fulton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ITAWAMBA AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL Fulton | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DORSEY ATTENDANCE CENTER Fulton | 6.9 mi | 4.7 |
| TREMONT ATTENDANCE CENTER Tremont | 7.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MANTACHIE ATTENDANCE CENTER Mantachie | 8.9 mi | 4.5 |
| FAIRVIEW ATTENDANCE CENTER Golden | 10.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SMITHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Smithville | 10.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MOOREVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Mooreville | 11.1 mi | 7.0 |
| MOOREVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Mooreville | 11.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MOOREVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mooreville | 11.2 mi | 6.9 |
| AMORY HIGH SCHOOL Amory | 16.4 mi | 7.5 |
| EAST AMORY SCHOOL Amory | 16.6 mi | 7.2 |
| AMORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Amory | 16.7 mi | 6.3 |
| HATLEY HIGH SCHOOL Amory | 17.5 mi | 6.0 |
| AMORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Amory | 17.4 mi | 5.8 |
| NETTLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL Nettleton | 15.9 mi | 8.6 |
| NETTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nettleton | 16.2 mi | 3.4 |
| NETTLETON HIGH SCHOOL Nettleton | 16.2 mi | 7.7 |
| WEST AMORY SCHOOL Amory | 18.1 mi | 6.0 |
| PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville | 15.6 mi | 5.5 |
| TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo | 15.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,785
Median Home Value
$141,800
Median Rent
$816/mo
Population
12,275
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
36.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Itawamba Attendance Center has a median household income of $59,785. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $141,800, with a median rent of $816/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MOOREVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mooreville, MS | 6.9 |
| SALTILLO PRIMARY SCHOOL Saltillo, MS | 6.9 |
| MADISON STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison, MS | 7.0 |
| NEWTON COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Decatur, MS | 7.0 |
| HERNANDO HILLS ELEMENTARY Hernando, MS | 6.8 |
| SENATOBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Senatobia, MS | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Itawamba Attendance Center
What grades does Itawamba Attendance Center serve?
Itawamba Attendance Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Itawamba Attendance Center?
Itawamba Attendance Center has an enrollment of approximately 1,149 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Itawamba Attendance Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Itawamba Attendance Center is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Itawamba Attendance Center rank in MS?
Itawamba Attendance Center is ranked #296 out of 862 schools in MS.
What is Itawamba Attendance Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Itawamba Attendance Center has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Itawamba Attendance Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Itawamba Attendance Center has 65.6% math proficiency and 50.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Itawamba Attendance Center a charter school?
No, Itawamba Attendance Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Itawamba Attendance Center a Title I school?
No, Itawamba Attendance Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Itawamba Attendance Center?
65.3% of students at Itawamba Attendance Center 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,149
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Itawamba County
- Phone
- (662) 862-4641
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 3,285
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,183
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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