QUITMAN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

QUITMAN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Quitman School District school district, located in Quitman, MS with about 463 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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 28 teachers, QUITMAN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

QUITMAN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 300 East Franklin Street in Quitman, Mississippi, serves as a pivotal institution within the Quitman School District. Catering to students in the upper elementary grades, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between early primary education and middle school. By emphasizing core academic standards and personal development, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of higher grade levels while nurturing their curiosity and individual strengths.

As part of the broader Quitman School District community, the school utilizes its online platform to keep parents, students, and staff informed about academic calendars, extracurricular activities, and educational policies. The faculty is committed to implementing curriculum strategies that promote literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills. Through its dedication to student success and community engagement, Quitman Upper Elementary plays a vital role in shaping the foundational education and future potential of the children in the Quitman area.

For more information, contact QUITMAN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (601) 776-6123 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

300 East Franklin Street
Quitman, MS 39355
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QUITMAN UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Quitman, MS with about 463 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
463
Teachers:
28.56
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
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
5th 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 463 students

Black or African American
58.3%
White
40.6%
Two or more races
0.6%
Hispanic/Latino
0.4%

Female
49.9%
Male
50.1%

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.