Very Good
#266 of 863 schools in MS
Top 31% in state
Mc Neal Elementary School
Elementary School · CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
364 Martin Luther King Drive, Canton, MS 39046
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#266 of 863
In Canton
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Mc Neal Elementary School
Elementary School in Canton · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mc Neal Elementary School
Mc Neal Elementary School is a public elementary school in Canton, MS, part of CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Mc Neal Elementary School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Mc Neal Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #266 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Mc Neal Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Mc Neal Elementary School — Students at Mc Neal Elementary School score 36% 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 EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 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: 9.0/10.
How Mc Neal Elementary School Compares
See how Mc Neal Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
364 Martin Luther King Drive, Canton, MS 39046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mc Neal Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANNSDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is MADISON AVENUE UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MADISON STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canton, see our Canton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| CANTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CANTON ACADEMY Canton | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HUEY L. PORTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Canton | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| REUBEN B. MYERS CANTON SCHOOL OF AR Canton | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| JIMMIE M. GOODLOE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CANTON PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL Canton | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CANTON PUBLIC 9TH GRADE SCHOOL Canton | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| GERMANTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| MADISON CROSSING ELEMENTARY Madison | 7.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GERMANTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Madison | 6.7 mi | 6.7 |
| MADISON STATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madison | 10.6 mi | 8.5 |
| MADISON AVENUE UPPER ELEMENTARY Madison | 11.5 mi | 8.6 |
| MADISON AVENUE LOWER ELEMENTARY Madison | 11.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 11.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MANNSDALE ELEMENTARY Madison | 10.7 mi | 4.7 |
| MANNSDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY Madison | 10.7 mi | 8.9 |
| ROSA SCOTT SCHOOL Madison | 11.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Madison | 11.7 mi | 8.6 |
| MADISON RIDGELAND ACADEMY Madison | 12.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,288
Median Home Value
$210,900
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
29,160
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.5%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRUCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruce, MS | 7.3 |
| PURVIS LOWER ELEMENTARY Purvis, MS | 7.3 |
| RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY Richland, MS | 7.3 |
| SAND HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richton, MS | 7.3 |
| SUMMIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Summit, MS | 7.3 |
| WILLIAM J BERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Heidelberg, MS | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mc Neal Elementary School
What grades does Mc Neal Elementary School serve?
Mc Neal Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mc Neal Elementary School?
Mc Neal Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mc Neal Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mc Neal Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mc Neal Elementary School rank in MS?
Mc Neal Elementary School ranks #266 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Mc Neal Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mc Neal Elementary School 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 Mc Neal Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mc Neal Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Mc Neal Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mc Neal Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mc Neal Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mc Neal Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mc Neal Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Mc Neal 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
- 391
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (601) 859-3654
Resources & Links
District
CANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 3,232
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,389
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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