Needs Improvement
#805 of 863 schools in MS
Sale Elementary School
Elementary School · COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
520 WARPATH ROAD, Columbus, MS 39702
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#805 of 863
In Columbus
#12 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
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Sale Elementary School
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About Sale Elementary School
Sale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, MS, part of COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST. Sale Elementary School serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #805 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Sale Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Sale Elementary School — Students at Sale 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 35 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.7/10.
How Sale Elementary School Compares
See how Sale 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
520 WARPATH ROAD, Columbus, MS 39702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALEDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 11.9 miles away, in nearby Caledonia), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbus | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| STOKES BEARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| MS SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Columbus | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Columbus | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| FRANKLIN ACADEMY Columbus | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| COLUMBUS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Steens | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW HOPE HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 4.9 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW HOPE MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbus | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbus | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| COLUMBUS MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbus | 5.5 mi | 3.8 |
| WEST LOWNDES HIGH SCHOOL Columbus | 7.7 mi | 4.8 |
| CALEDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caledonia | 11.9 mi | 7.6 |
| CALEDONIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Caledonia | 12.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CALEDONIA HIGH SCHOOL Caledonia | 12.2 mi | 6.6 |
| WEST LOWNDES ELEMENTARY Columbus | 11.4 mi | 4.7 |
| HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL Hamilton | 16.4 mi | 6.7 |
| WEST POINT HIGH SCHOOL West Point | 16.1 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,938
Median Home Value
$142,900
Median Rent
$868/mo
Population
23,536
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
37.2
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| WILKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 3.7 |
| CLAUDINE F BROWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenwood, MS | 3.8 |
| GALLOWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 3.8 |
| WALTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 3.8 |
| GREEN HILL INTERMEDIATE Sardis, MS | 3.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sale Elementary School
What grades does Sale Elementary School serve?
Sale Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sale Elementary School?
Sale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sale Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sale Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sale Elementary School rank in MS?
Sale Elementary School ranks #805 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Sale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Sale Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sale Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sale Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sale Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sale Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sale Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sale Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Sale 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
- 275
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lowndes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.6%
- Phone
- (662) 241-7260
Resources & Links
District
COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 3,065
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,944
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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