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Very Good

#272 of 863 schools in MS

Top 31% 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

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Mississippi schools

#272 of 863

In Fulton

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Itawamba Attendance Center

7.3/10

Elementary School in Fulton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About Itawamba Attendance Center

Itawamba Attendance Center is a public elementary school in Fulton, MS, part of ITAWAMBA COUNTY SCHOOL DIST. Itawamba Attendance Center serves approximately 1,149 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Itawamba Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 863 schools in MS.

Structured state assessment records for Itawamba Attendance Center show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MS avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Itawamba Attendance Center 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.2% (2025 MAAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.4% (2025 MAAP)
Math vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MAAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MAAP)
vs. Expected+3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,183
Chronic Absenteeism13.8%

Itawamba Attendance Center — Students at Itawamba Attendance Center score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (2025 MAAP)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.2% (2025 MAAP)

Based on 42 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
68.2%
ELA
53.4%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Itawamba Attendance Center Compares

See how Itawamba Attendance Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in MS
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

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

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 8.4/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Nettleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOOREVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Mooreville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EAST AMORY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Amory), which scores slightly higher. 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 5.4
DORSEY ATTENDANCE CENTER Fulton 6.9 mi 5.8
TREMONT ATTENDANCE CENTER Tremont 7.7 mi 6.7
MANTACHIE ATTENDANCE CENTER Mantachie 8.9 mi 6.4
FAIRVIEW ATTENDANCE CENTER Golden 10.1 mi 7.0
SMITHVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Smithville 10.7 mi 6.0
MOOREVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Mooreville 11.1 mi 7.2
MOOREVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Mooreville 11.1 mi 5.1
MOOREVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mooreville 11.2 mi 8.0
AMORY HIGH SCHOOL Amory 16.4 mi 7.0
EAST AMORY SCHOOL Amory 16.6 mi 7.7
AMORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Amory 16.7 mi 6.3
HATLEY HIGH SCHOOL Amory 17.5 mi 5.4
AMORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Amory 17.4 mi 5.2
NETTLETON PRIMARY SCHOOL Nettleton 15.9 mi 8.4
NETTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nettleton 16.2 mi 3.0
NETTLETON HIGH SCHOOL Nettleton 16.2 mi 5.2
WEST AMORY SCHOOL Amory 18.1 mi 6.1
PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville 15.6 mi 4.2
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

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SALTILLO PRIMARY SCHOOL Saltillo, MS 7.2
ANN SMITH ELEMENTARY Ridgeland, MS 7.5
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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 ranks #272 of 863 schools in MS.

What is Itawamba Attendance Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Itawamba Attendance Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Itawamba Attendance Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Itawamba Attendance Center has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.8%

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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