IDA GREENE LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

IDA GREENE LOWER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the MS Achievement SD Of Humphreys County school district, located in Belzoni, MS with about 378 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, IDA GREENE LOWER ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

IDA GREENE LOWER ELEMENTARY, located at 209 Fourth Street in Belzoni, Mississippi, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Humphreys County School District. As a "lower" elementary school, the facility typically focuses on the earliest stages of a child's academic journey, providing instruction for students in the primary grades (typically Pre-K through 2nd or 3rd grade). The school plays a vital role in the community by establishing core literacy and numeracy skills, fostering social development, and creating a structured environment designed to prepare young learners for their future transitions into upper elementary and middle school.

The school operates within the broader context of Humphreys County, a rural district that emphasizes community engagement and the academic growth of its students despite the challenges often faced by small, Delta-based school systems. By focusing on early childhood education, IDA GREENE LOWER ELEMENTARY acts as the starting point for the district's curriculum, aiming to bridge developmental gaps and provide equitable learning opportunities for the children of Belzoni. The school is a hub for local families, working to build a supportive foundation that encourages students to become life-long learners as they progress through the district’s educational pipeline.

For more information, contact IDA GREENE LOWER ELEMENTARY at (662) 247-6080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.