AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL

AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school with about 403 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 29 teachers, AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL, located in Greenwood, Mississippi, serves as a primary secondary education institution within the Leflore County School District. Situated on Elzy Avenue, the school is dedicated to providing academic instruction and extracurricular opportunities to the local student population, with a focus on preparing them for post-secondary success. As part of the Leflore County school system, the institution operates under the district's broader mission to foster a supportive learning environment that promotes student achievement and personal growth.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL is a central hub for community life in Greenwood, often serving as a focal point for student athletics, clubs, and various school-sponsored activities. By maintaining a connection to the district's official website, the school ensures that parents, students, and community members have access to essential information regarding educational programs, district policies, and upcoming academic events. The school plays an integral role in the regional education landscape, aiming to equip its students with the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute positively to their community.

For more information, contact AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL at (662) 453-3394 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

604 ELZY AVENUE
GREENWOOD, MS 38930
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AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in GREENWOOD, MS with about 403 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
403
Teachers:
29.45
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:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 403 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending AMANDA ELZY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 95% of the student body.

Black or African American
94.8%
Hispanic/Latino
4.5%
White
0.7%

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%

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.