Excellent
#105 of 863 schools in MS
Top 12% in state
Neshoba Central Elementary School
Elementary School · Neshoba County School District · Philadelphia, MS
A Neshoba County School District elementary school where students score 9 points above what's typical for similar communities.
1002 St. Francis Drive, Philadelphia, MS 39350
- Math 68% vs MS 53% (2025)
- Reading 64% vs MS 53% (2025)
- 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Neshoba Central Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
2025 MAAP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MS average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 17-year record (2009–2025), then recovered 11 points since 2020, reaching 66% in 2025.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 57% (multi-year average, 2009-2025) · reading/ELA 52% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 35 test records from MS state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
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See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Neshoba Central Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 18Car-Dependent
- Bike 23Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,014/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Philadelphia), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$50,331
Median home value
$96,900
Median rent
$740/mo
College educated
17.6%
Homeownership
75.3%
Poverty rate
25.7%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 39350; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
2 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.4 | PK–6 | 1.4 mi | 431 | Compare → |
| Tucker Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.1 | K–8 | 4.5 mi | 131 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Neshoba County School District
- Schools in district
- 3
- Rank in district
- #1 of 3
- District spending per student
- $10,084NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 23.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
Neshoba Central Elementary School is listed in NESHOBA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Neshoba Central Elementary School
Neshoba Central Elementary School is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, MS, part of Neshoba County School District, serving approximately 1,466 students in grades Pre-K-5th with a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 863 schools in MS. State assessment records show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Neshoba Central Elementary School
What grades does Neshoba Central Elementary School serve?
Neshoba Central Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Neshoba Central Elementary School?
Neshoba Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Neshoba Central Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Neshoba Central Elementary School 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 Neshoba Central Elementary School rank in MS?
Neshoba Central Elementary School ranks #105 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Neshoba Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Neshoba Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Neshoba Central Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Neshoba Central Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Neshoba Central Elementary School a charter school?
No, Neshoba Central Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Neshoba Central Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Neshoba Central Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Neshoba Central Elementary School?
67.5% of students at Neshoba Central 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 106
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Neshoba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (601) 656-2182
- Area population (ZIP 39350)
- 23,949
- Area average commute
- 24.8 min
- Area median age
- 37.1
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 MAAP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 MAAP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 MAAP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2025 MAAP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 39350; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2025; directory SY 2023–24
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