Serving 346 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Aberdeen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aberdeen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aberdeen Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Aberdeen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aberdeen Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#463 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Black
94%
45%
White
5%
40%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aberdeen Elementary School's ranking?
Aberdeen Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Aberdeen Elementary School?
346 students attend Aberdeen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Aberdeen Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aberdeen Elementary School?
Aberdeen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aberdeen Elementary School offer ?
Aberdeen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aberdeen Elementary School part of?
Aberdeen Elementary School is part of Aberdeen School District.
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