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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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+2.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency44%
Math vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Overall Proficiency51%
Expected (poverty-adj.)51%
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,612

Itawamba Attendance Center — Students at Itawamba Attendance Center score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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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 (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 65.6%
School
State
54.9%
ELA Proficiency 50.3%
School
State
48.6%

Based on 18 test records from MS state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
61%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
72.5%
ELA
54.7%

* 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.

Overall Score
6.9/10
66th percentile in MS
Academic
7.3/10
7.3/10
Growth
7.6/10
Above average
Environment
4.5/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers

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

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,785/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fulton). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

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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