Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, A W James Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A W James Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
A W James Elementary School's student population of 203 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
A W James Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A W James Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
94%
47%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A W James Elementary School's ranking?
A W James Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are A W James Elementary School often compared to?
A W James Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School, Ruleville Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend A W James Elementary School?
203 students attend A W James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of A W James Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A W James Elementary School?
A W James Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does A W James Elementary School offer ?
A W James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A W James Elementary School part of?
A W James Elementary School is part of Sunflower Cty Cons School District.
School Reviews
5 10/20/2022
AW James is a wonderful school. The teaching and learning process is realized on a daily basis. Our school is now ranked #1 in the MS Delta among elementary schools and #16 according to the MDE. We're an A-rated school.
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