LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school with about 435 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 24 teachers, LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 401 Lakeside Drive in Itta Bena, Mississippi, serves as a primary educational institution within the Leflore County School District. Situated in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational learning environment for children in the local community. It focuses on core academic development, aiming to foster literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth during the critical early years of a student’s education.

As a part of a district that has navigated significant regional challenges, the school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and student support services. The faculty and staff at Leflore County Elementary strive to create an inclusive atmosphere that prepares students for success in later grades, emphasizing the importance of school pride and educational consistency. By offering a structured curriculum and extracurricular opportunities, the school remains a vital pillar of the Itta Bena community, working to uplift its students and provide them with the tools necessary for future academic achievement.

For more information, contact LEFLORE COUNTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (662) 254-7762 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.