Very Good
#207 of 863 schools in MS
Top 24% in state
Based on limited data
Joyner Elementary School
Elementary School · TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
1201 Joyner Avenue, Tupelo, MS 38804
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Tupelo. Learn more
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#207 of 863
In Tupelo
#2 of 12
public schools
In district
#2 of 12
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Joyner Elementary School
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About Joyner Elementary School
Joyner Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tupelo, MS, part of TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Joyner Elementary School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Joyner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Joyner Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Joyner Elementary School Compares
See how Joyner 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
1201 Joyner Avenue, Tupelo, MS 38804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joyner Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAWNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tupelo, see our Tupelo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MILAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Tupelo | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Tupelo | 1.3 mi | — |
| TUPELO MIDDLE SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Tupelo | 1.5 mi | — |
| PIERCE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| THOMAS STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| LAKEVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Tupelo | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| LAWNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| HARRISBURG DAY SCHOOL Tupelo | 3.4 mi | — |
| TUPELO HIGH SCHOOL Tupelo | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| VERONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona | 4.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville | 6.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SALTILLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saltillo | 7.2 mi | 5.9 |
| SALTILLO PRIMARY SCHOOL Saltillo | 8.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,837
Median Home Value
$201,600
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
16,920
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHALYBEATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walnut, MS | 7.6 |
| DAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood, MS | 7.6 |
| EAST WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mathiston, MS | 7.6 |
| GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Laurel, MS | 7.6 |
| MOSELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moselle, MS | 7.6 |
| RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo, MS | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joyner Elementary School
What grades does Joyner Elementary School serve?
Joyner Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Joyner Elementary School?
Joyner Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joyner Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Joyner Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joyner Elementary School rank in MS?
Joyner Elementary School ranks #207 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Joyner Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Joyner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Joyner Elementary School a charter school?
No, Joyner Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joyner Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Joyner Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joyner Elementary School?
69.5% of students at Joyner 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (662) 841-8900
Resources & Links
District
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 7,134
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,155
- District Rank
- #2 of 12
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