Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Colors
Not mentioned
School Motto
Perseverance Conquers All
School Rankings
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences 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 Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences is 0.17, 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
#451 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
91%
45%
White
1%
40%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Mentioned
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences's ranking?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences is ranked #451 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences?
378 students attend Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences offer ?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences part of?
Reuben B. Myers Arts & Sciences is part of Canton School District.
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