BENTONIA GIBBS SCHOOL

BENTONIA GIBBS SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Yazoo County School District school district, located in BENTONIA, MS with about 500 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 31 teachers, BENTONIA GIBBS 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.

BENTONIA GIBBS SCHOOL is a public school located in Bentonia, Mississippi, serving students within the Yazoo County School District. As a key educational institution for the local community, the school focuses on providing foundational instruction in a rural setting, emphasizing academic growth and student development within the broader framework of the district’s educational goals.

The school operates under the administration of the Yazoo County School District, which oversees curriculum standards and district-wide initiatives. By maintaining a connection to the district’s digital portal, BENTONIA GIBBS SCHOOL provides families and community members with access to information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and administrative resources to support student success throughout the school year.

For more information, contact BENTONIA GIBBS SCHOOL at (662) 755-2270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.