PONTOTOC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
PONTOTOC 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 538 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, PONTOTOC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
PONTOTOC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 145 Fred Dowdy Street in Pontotoc, Mississippi, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Pontotoc City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment for young students, emphasizing both core educational competencies and the social-emotional development necessary for early childhood success. By focusing on a structured curriculum, the school aims to prepare its student body for the challenges of middle school and beyond while maintaining a strong connection to the local community.
As part of the broader Pontotoc City Schools system, the elementary school prioritizes academic excellence, high behavioral standards, and the active involvement of parents and guardians. Through its commitment to a well-rounded education, Pontotoc Elementary strives to provide a stable, encouraging atmosphere where students can build the confidence and foundational skills required to excel in their future educational pursuits. For families looking for specific information regarding school policies, calendars, and academic resources, the school maintains an online presence to keep the community informed.
For more information, contact PONTOTOC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (662) 489-4973 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Pontotoc, MS 38863
(662) 489-4973
PONTOTOC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Pontotoc, MS with about 538 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Pontotoc City School District
- Total Students:
- 538
- Teachers:
- 38.34
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 538 students
- White
- 55.2%
- Black or African American
- 22.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.9%
- Two or more races
- 5.2%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- Female
- 51.1%
- Male
- 48.9%
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.