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#460 of 863 schools in MS
Philadelphia Elementary School
Elementary School · PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
406 Stribling Street, Philadelphia, MS 39350
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#460 of 863
In Philadelphia
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Philadelphia Elementary School
Philadelphia Elementary School is a public elementary school in Philadelphia, MS, part of PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Philadelphia Elementary School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Philadelphia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #460 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Philadelphia Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Philadelphia Elementary School — Students at Philadelphia 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 MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 6.1/10.
How Philadelphia Elementary School Compares
See how Philadelphia 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
406 Stribling Street, Philadelphia, MS 39350
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Philadelphia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Louisville), which scores notably higher. Another option is NESHOBA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pearl River Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Choctaw), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Philadelphia, see our Philadelphia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PHILADELPHIA HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| NESHOBA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| NESHOBA CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| NESHOBA CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Philadelphia | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Tucker Elementary School Philadelphia | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Pearl River Elementary School Choctaw | 5.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Choctaw Central High School Choctaw | 7.0 mi | — |
| Choctaw Central Middle School Choctaw | 7.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Bogue Chitto Elementary School Philadelphia | 10.9 mi | 7.7 |
| UNION HIGH SCHOOL Union | 14.5 mi | 7.3 |
| UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Union | 14.5 mi | 7.9 |
| UNION MIDDLE SCHOOL Union | 14.7 mi | 7.5 |
| NOXAPATER ATTENDANCE CENTER Noxapater | 15.0 mi | 7.7 |
| NANIH WAIYA ATTENDANCE CENTER Louisville | 18.2 mi | 8.1 |
| SEBASTOPOL ATTENDANCE CENTER Sebastopol | 19.9 mi | 6.8 |
| NEWTON COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Decatur | 23.1 mi | 8.1 |
| EILAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Louisville | 23.4 mi | 5.5 |
| FAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville | 24.1 mi | 9.6 |
| LOUISVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Louisville | 24.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NEWTON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Decatur | 24.6 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,331
Median Home Value
$96,900
Median Rent
$740/mo
Population
23,949
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
25.7%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Philadelphia Elementary School
What grades does Philadelphia Elementary School serve?
Philadelphia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Philadelphia Elementary School?
Philadelphia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Philadelphia Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Philadelphia Elementary School rank in MS?
Philadelphia Elementary School ranks #460 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Philadelphia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Philadelphia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Philadelphia Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Philadelphia Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Philadelphia Elementary School a charter school?
No, Philadelphia Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Philadelphia Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Philadelphia Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Philadelphia Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Philadelphia 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Neshoba County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (601) 656-1623
Resources & Links
District
PHILADELPHIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 769
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,866
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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