D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pontotoc City School District school district, located in Pontotoc, MS with about 398 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 4th 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 26 teachers, D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

D.T. Cox Elementary School, located in Pontotoc, Mississippi, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Pontotoc City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its student body for success in their future academic endeavors while maintaining a strong connection to the local community.

The school is committed to creating a collaborative atmosphere that engages both students and parents. Through its digital resources and community outreach, D.T. Cox Elementary strives to keep families informed and involved in the educational process. With a focus on high expectations and a nurturing environment, the school remains a central pillar in the Pontotoc community, working to ensure that each child receives the foundational tools necessary for lifelong learning.

For more information, contact D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (662) 489-2454 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

304 Clark Street
Pontotoc, MS 38863
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D T COX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Pontotoc, MS with about 398 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
398
Teachers:
26.52
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 398 students

White
51.3%
Black or African American
24.6%
Hispanic/Latino
18.1%
Two or more races
5.5%
Asian
0.5%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.