Below Average
#690 of 863 schools in MS
Mccoy Elementary School
Elementary School · YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
1835 School Dr, Yazoo City, MS 39194
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
882
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#690 of 863
In Yazoo City
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
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Mccoy Elementary School
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About Mccoy Elementary School
Mccoy Elementary School is a public elementary school in Yazoo City, MS, part of YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST. Mccoy Elementary School serves approximately 882 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccoy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Mccoy Elementary School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mccoy Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mccoy Elementary School 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
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Mccoy Elementary School — Students at Mccoy Elementary School score 20% 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 MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Mccoy Elementary School Compares
See how Mccoy Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1835 School Dr, Yazoo City, MS 39194
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mccoy Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MANNSDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 26.6 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is S V MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CORRECT-ALL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yazoo City, see our Yazoo City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YAZOO CITY HIGH SCHOOL Yazoo City | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| BETTIE E WOOLFOLK MIDDLE SCHOOL Yazoo City | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| CORRECT-ALL Yazoo City | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| YAZOO COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Yazoo City | 6.9 mi | 6.3 |
| YAZOO COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Yazoo City | 6.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BENTON ACADEMY Benton | 10.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BENTONIA GIBBS SCHOOL Bentonia | 16.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LINWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vaughan | 16.2 mi | 5.7 |
| HUMPHREYS ACADEMY Belzoni | 20.9 mi | 7.0 |
| HUMPHREYS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Belzoni | 21.8 mi | 5.9 |
| IDA GREENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belzoni | 22.0 mi | 2.5 |
| O.M. MCNAIR MIDDLE SCHOOL Belzoni | 22.1 mi | 3.3 |
| EAST FLORA ELEMENTARY Flora | 23.7 mi | 6.7 |
| S V MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington | 24.2 mi | 8.0 |
| S V MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Lexington | 24.2 mi | 7.4 |
| MANNSDALE UPPER ELEMENTARY Madison | 26.6 mi | 8.9 |
| MANNSDALE ELEMENTARY Madison | 26.8 mi | 4.7 |
| REUBEN B. MYERS CANTON SCHOOL OF AR Canton | 25.5 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTH DELTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Anguilla | 24.8 mi | 3.3 |
| HOLMES COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Lexington | 26.1 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39194 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,281
Median Home Value
$108,400
Median Rent
$789/mo
Population
19,699
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
45.6%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
39%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven, MS | 4.9 |
| SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven, MS | 5.0 |
| MANNSDALE ELEMENTARY Madison, MS | 4.7 |
| LEAKE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carthage, MS | 5.2 |
| HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven, MS | 4.6 |
| DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Water Valley, MS | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mccoy Elementary School
What grades does Mccoy Elementary School serve?
Mccoy Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mccoy Elementary School?
Mccoy Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 882 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccoy Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mccoy Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mccoy Elementary School rank in MS?
Mccoy Elementary School ranks #690 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Mccoy Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mccoy Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Mccoy Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccoy Elementary School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mccoy Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mccoy Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mccoy Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mccoy Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccoy Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Mccoy 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 882
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Yazoo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (662) 746-5800
Resources & Links
District
YAZOO CITY MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 1,888
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,705
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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