Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Magee 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 39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magee Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
I am the PRIDE of Magee. I am Respectful, I am Responsible, I am Ready. I am a Trojan!
School Rankings
Magee 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 Magee Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#554 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
60%
45%
White
28%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magee Elementary School's ranking?
Magee Elementary School is ranked #554 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Magee Elementary School often compared to?
Magee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mendenhall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Magee Elementary School?
525 students attend Magee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Magee Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magee Elementary School?
Magee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magee Elementary School offer ?
Magee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magee Elementary School part of?
Magee Elementary School is part of Simpson County School District.
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