STRAYHORN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

TATE CO SCHOOL DIST
3402 HWY 4 WEST
SARAH, MS 38665
406 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Strayhorn Elementary School is a public institution located in Sarah, Mississippi, serving as a key component of the Tate County School District. Situated in a rural community along Highway 4 West, the school is dedicated to fostering the academic and personal development of its students in a supportive, small-town environment. The school prioritizes foundational education, focusing on core curriculum standards while working to prepare its students for a successful transition into middle and secondary education.

As part of the Tate County School District, Strayhorn Elementary emphasizes community involvement and the importance of a close-knit educational experience. By maintaining a focus on traditional academic values and local engagement, the school aims to provide a stable learning environment that helps students reach their full potential. For families and community members seeking detailed information regarding school policies, calendars, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an official presence through the Tate County School District website at [tatecountyschools.org](http://tatecountyschools.org).
406
Total Students
29.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
69.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    313 (77.1 %)
  • Black
    34 (8.4 %)
  • Two or More
    34 (8.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    24 (5.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: TATE CO SCHOOL DIST
Phone: (662)562-8637
Website: http://www.tatecountyschools.org
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 406
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 234
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 49

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 66
Grade 1 58
Grade 2 53
Grade 3 51
Grade 4 54
Grade 5 56
Grade 6 67
Ungraded 1
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
SENATOBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SENATOBIA MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST
833 Students
301 Marvin Street
Senatobia, MS 38668 (10.0 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th