Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Amanda Elzy High 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amanda Elzy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amanda Elzy High School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Amanda Elzy High 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 Amanda Elzy High School is 0.15, 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
#627 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
92%
47%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
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 Amanda Elzy High School's ranking?
Amanda Elzy High School is ranked #627 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amanda Elzy High School?
The graduation rate of Amanda Elzy High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amanda Elzy High School?
387 students attend Amanda Elzy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Amanda Elzy High School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amanda Elzy High School?
Amanda Elzy High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amanda Elzy High School offer ?
Amanda Elzy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amanda Elzy High School part of?
Amanda Elzy High School is part of Greenwood-Leflore Cons Sch School District.
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