Senatobia Elementary School

Q: Is Senatobia Elementary School a good school?

Senatobia Elementary School ranks 143 rd of 390 Mississippi elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Senatobia Elementary School is a public elementary school serving 833 students in grades PK-5 in Senatobia, Mississippi, which is part of the Desoto County School District. The school consistently outperforms the state average on standardized tests, has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, and serves a diverse student population with a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students.

Senatobia Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, with proficiency rates that exceed the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics across multiple grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the school's 3rd grade proficiency rates were 62.1% in ELA and 65.5% in Math, compared to the state averages of 57.7% and 53.3%, respectively. Additionally, the school's student-teacher ratio, ranging from 12.7 to 15.5 over the past three years, is lower than nearby schools like Lewisburg Intermediate (15.6) and Hernando Hills Elementary (14.8).

Despite the high percentage of economically disadvantaged students (over 99% receive free or reduced-price lunch), Senatobia Elementary School has maintained a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger for several years, suggesting the school is effectively supporting student learning and achievement. The school's diverse student population, with a fairly even split between African American and White students, is also noteworthy, as nearby schools in the Desoto County School District tend to have higher percentages of White students. Additionally, Senatobia Elementary School's higher per-student spending ($8,695 in 2018-2019) compared to nearby schools may contribute to its stronger academic performance.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

301 Marvin Street
Senatobia, MS 38668-2576

(662) 562-9613

District: Senatobia Municipal School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
143^rd of 390 Mississippi Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $11,289

Students who attend Senatobia Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Senatobia Middle School
High:	Senatobia High School

Student/teacher ratio: 13.2

Number of students: 855

Racial breakdown:

African American:

49.8%

White:

46.9%

Hispanic:

2.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 66.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Senatobia Elementary School ranks better than 63.3% of elementary schools in Mississippi. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 63.52. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: African American (49.8%), White (46.9%), Hispanic (2%). (See more...)

Compare Details 66.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Senatobia Elementary School is 13.2. (See more...)

Compare Senatobia Elementary School employs 64.5 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Senatobia Elementary School is $11,289.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Senatobia Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Senatobia Municipal School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Senatobia Municipal School District 57^th of 130 Mississippi school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Senatobia Elementary School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MS State Percentile
2018	48.23	212^th	404	47.5%
2019	53.10	192^nd	397	51.6%
2021	59.64	152^nd	381	60.1%
2022	43.90	216^th	382	43.5%
2023	47.66	192^nd	377	49.1%
2024	63.52	143^rd	390	63.3%

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Data source: Mississippi Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Senatobia Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1990	246	149	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	395
1991	233	154	0	3	0	n/a	n/a	390
1992	238	147	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	386
1993	270	143	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	415
1994	259	157	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	418
1995	248	161	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	410
1996	248	161	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	410
1997	245	171	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	418
1998	342	218	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	562
1999	346	206	2	1	0	n/a	n/a	555
2000	322	198	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	521
2001	319	201	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	521
2002	301	214	1	12	1	n/a	n/a	529
2003	301	214	1	12	1	n/a	n/a	529
2004	300	227	1	9	0	n/a	n/a	537
2005	341	229	1	9	0	n/a	n/a	580
2006	321	237	4	8	0	n/a	n/a	570
2007	303	233	5	13	0	n/a	n/a	554
2008	217	197	6	7	0	n/a	n/a	427
2009	226	206	3	12	0	0	0	447
2010	258	222	2	12	0	0	0	494
2011	247	214	0	10	1	0	2	474
2012	231	228	0	9	1	0	3	472
2013	223	224	0	12	1	0	3	463
2014	212	226	1	12	1	0	3	455
2015	206	234	1	15	0	0	0	456
2016	191	236	0	11	0	0	0	438
2017	183	225	0	7	0	0	1	416
2018	403	530	1	22	1	0	3	960
2019	348	409	3	21	0	0	1	782
2020	355	400	2	16	0	0	1	774
2021	359	414	2	21	0	0	0	796
2022	352	428	2	18	0	0	3	803
2023	388	418	3	16	0	0	8	833
2024	401	426	1	17	0	0	10	855

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Senatobia Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1990	395	23.6	16.7	n/a
1991	390	22.6	17.2	n/a
1992	386	23.6	16.3	39.4
1993	415	22.8	18.2	39.8
1994	418	25.2	16.6	38.8
1995	410	28.5	14.4	34.9
1996	410	28.5	14.4	34.9
1997	418	26.3	15.9	34.4
1998	562	32.1	17.5	35.6
1999	555	30.7	18.1	38.6
2000	521	31.1	16.8	39.7
2001	521	30.4	17.1	41.7
2002	529	28.9	18.3	44.2
2003	529	28.9	18.3	44.2
2004	537	27.7	19.4	57.2
2005	580	29.9	19.4	54.8
2006	570	29.0	19.7	54
2007	554	31.0	17.9	59.7
2008	427	25.3	16.9	63.5
2009	447	27.2	16.4	62.4
2010	494	27.4	18.0	65
2011	474	27.3	17.3	69
2012	472	27.7	16.9	70.1
2013	463	29.8	15.5	71.7
2014	455	30.3	15.0	71.9
2015	456	28.0	16.2	70.6
2016	438	27.0	16.2	71.5
2017	416	26.9	15.4	70.2
2018	960	58.2	16.4	74.5
2019	782	53.9	14.4	74.2
2020	774	50.2	15.4	73.6
2021	796	51.2	15.5	99.6
2022	803	53.7	14.9	99.6
2023	833	65.1	12.7	99.6
2024	855	64.5	13.2	66.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Senatobia Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1990	395	23.6	16.7	n/a
1991	390	22.6	17.2	n/a
1992	386	23.6	16.3	39.4
1993	415	22.8	18.2	39.8
1994	418	25.2	16.6	38.8
1995	410	28.5	14.4	34.9
1996	410	28.5	14.4	34.9
1997	418	26.3	15.9	34.4
1998	562	32.1	17.5	35.6
1999	555	30.7	18.1	38.6
2000	521	31.1	16.8	39.7
2001	521	30.4	17.1	41.7
2002	529	28.9	18.3	44.2
2003	529	28.9	18.3	44.2
2004	537	27.7	19.4	57.2
2005	580	29.9	19.4	54.8
2006	570	29.0	19.7	54
2007	554	31.0	17.9	59.7
2008	427	25.3	16.9	63.5
2009	447	27.2	16.4	62.4
2010	494	27.4	18.0	65
2011	474	27.3	17.3	69
2012	472	27.7	16.9	70.1
2013	463	29.8	15.5	71.7
2014	455	30.3	15.0	71.9
2015	456	28.0	16.2	70.6
2016	438	27.0	16.2	71.5
2017	416	26.9	15.4	70.2
2018	960	58.2	16.4	74.5
2019	782	53.9	14.4	74.2
2020	774	50.2	15.4	73.6
2021	796	51.2	15.5	99.6
2022	803	53.7	14.9	99.6
2023	833	65.1	12.7	99.6
2024	855	64.5	13.2	66.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Senatobia Elementary School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2017	$7,951
2018	$8,695
2019	$9,332
2020	$9,342
2021	$9,950
2022	$11,288

Data source: Mississippi Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Senatobia Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 192^nd of 397 Elementary schools	Ranks 192^nd of 377 Elementary schools	2.6%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Senatobia Elementary School)	47.1	53.1	6%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Senatobia Municipal School District)	47.1	53.1	6%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Mississippi)	48.3	51.6	3.3%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Senatobia Elementary School)	57.2	69.3	12.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Senatobia Municipal School District)	57.2	69.3	12.1%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Mississippi)	51.4	54.8	3.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Senatobia Elementary School)	46.3	48.7	2.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Senatobia Municipal School District)	46.3	48.7	2.4%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Mississippi)	48.5	53.4	4.9%
4th Grade Mathematics (Senatobia Elementary School)	38	62.4	24.4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Senatobia Municipal School District)	38	62.4	24.4%
4th Grade Mathematics (Mississippi)	48.8	56.7	7.9%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Senatobia Elementary School)	42.8	38.3	4.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Senatobia Municipal School District)	42.8	38.3	4.5%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Mississippi)	43	51.9	8.9%
5th Grade Mathematics (Senatobia Elementary School)	47	34.6	12.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Senatobia Municipal School District)	47	34.6	12.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Mississippi)	38.9	44.3	5.4%
5th Grade Science (Senatobia Elementary School)	44.6	46.3	1.7%
5th Grade Science (Senatobia Municipal School District)	44.6	46.3	1.7%
5th Grade Science (Mississippi)	55.9	64.3	8.4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	782	833	6.5%
African American	409	418	2.2%
American Indian	0	0
Asian	3	3
Hispanic	21	16	23.8%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	348	388	11.5%
Two or More Races	1	8	700%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	74.2%	99.6%	25.5%

Schools Near Senatobia Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				MAAP English Language Arts (2024)				MAAP Mathematics (2024)				MAAP Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MAAP English Language Arts 3rd Grade	MAAP English Language Arts 4th Grade	MAAP English Language Arts 5th Grade	MAAP English Language Arts 6th Grade	MAAP Mathematics 3rd Grade	MAAP Mathematics 4th Grade	MAAP Mathematics 5th Grade	MAAP Mathematics 6th Grade	MAAP Science 5th Grade	Total
Senatobia Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	301 Marvin Street	Senatobia	38668	Tate County	Senatobia Municipal School District	No	No	No	Yes	(662) 562-9613	855	65	13.2	66.4%	401 (46.9%)	426 (49.8%)	17 (2.0%)	1 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (1.2%)	63.5	143^rd of 390 public elementary schools	63.3%		47.7	192^nd of 377 public elementary schools	49.1%	49	62.1	63.7	52.7		65.5	73.6	39.6		69.0	$11,289
Coldwater Elementary School	Public	K-6	671 West Street	Coldwater	38618	Tate County	Tate County School District	No	No	No	Yes	(662) 622-5511	210	19	10.9	92.4%	55 (26.2%)	130 (61.9%)	16 (7.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (4.3%)	46.6	214^th of 390 public elementary schools	45.1%		25.4	300^th of 377 public elementary schools	20.4%	86	56.3	31.8	20.0	36.1	60.0	45.4	64.0	58.3	60.0	$12,212
Como Primary	Public	PK, KG-2	200 Lewers Drive	Como	38619	Panola County	North Panola School District	No	No	No	Yes	(662) 526-0396	280	19	14.5	100.0%	6 (2.1%)	260 (92.9%)	3 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.1%)	8 (2.9%)								(n/a)										$11,654
East Tate Elementary School	Public	K-6	6832 East Tate Rd	Coldwater	38618	Tate County	Tate County School District	No	No	No	Yes	(662) 562-4688	495	30	16.5	80.2%	240 (48.5%)	187 (37.8%)	34 (6.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.6%)	31 (6.3%)	41.1	240^th of 390 public elementary schools	38.5%		43	216^th of 377 public elementary schools	42.7%	24	36.7	55.3	46.9	28.2	25.9	64.3	51.6	50.7	68.8	$8,855
Strayhorn Elementary School	Public	K-6	3402 Hwy 4 West	Sarah	38665	Panola County	Tate County School District	No	No	No	Yes	(662) 562-8637	402	30	13.4	72.6%	303 (75.4%)	38 (9.5%)	25 (6.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	36 (9.0%)	58.9	157^th of 390 public elementary schools	59.7%		47.9	191^st of 377 public elementary schools	49.3%	34	66.1	46.1	43.6	48.4	64.4	50.0	52.8	51.6	74.5	$9,788
Green Hill Intermediate	Public	3-5	599 West Pearl Street	Sardis	38666	Panola County	North Panola School District	No	No	No	Yes	(662) 487-1074	254	18	14.1	100.0%	8 (3.1%)	245 (96.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)								(n/a)										$14,707
Oak Grove Central Elementary	Public	4-5	893 Oak Grove Road	Hernando	38632	DeSoto County	Desoto County School District	No	No	No	No	(662) 429-4180	767	50	15.2	25.3%	574 (74.8%)	83 (10.8%)	32 (4.2%)	4 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	74 (9.6%)	84.5	47^th of 390 public elementary schools	87.9%		90.7	18^th of 377 public elementary schools	95.2%	29		73.6	68.8			72.3	67.6		81.2	$8,428
Hernando Elementary	Public	K-1	455 Riley Street	Hernando	38632	DeSoto County	Desoto County School District	No	No	No	No	(662) 429-4160	744	66	11.2	29.8%	565 (75.9%)	84 (11.3%)	23 (3.1%)	8 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	64 (8.6%)								(n/a)										$8,841
Hernando Hills Elementary	Public	2-3	570 McIngvale Road	Hernando	38632	DeSoto County	Desoto County School District	No	No	No	No	(662) 429-9117	750	49	15.4	30.3%	565 (75.3%)	79 (10.5%)	32 (4.3%)	6 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.3%)	66 (8.8%)								(n/a)	81.7				78.6					$9,644
Lewisburg Intermediate	Public	4-5	1711 Craft Road	Olive Branch	38654	DeSoto County	Desoto County School District	No	No	No	No	(662) 892-6180	587	41	14.4	21.8%	453 (77.2%)	68 (11.6%)	13 (2.2%)	10 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	42 (7.2%)	93.6	13^th of 390 public elementary schools	96.7%		95.1	8^th of 377 public elementary schools	97.9%	5		85.5	76.2			84.8	83.9		85.8	$9,382

Frequently Asked Questions about Senatobia Elementary School

What schools do graduates of Senatobia Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Senatobia Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Senatobia Middle School
High : Senatobia High School

How many students attend Senatobia Elementary School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 855 students attended Senatobia Elementary School.

What is the racial makeup of Senatobia Elementary School?

Students at Senatobia Elementary School are 50% African American, 47% White, 2% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races.

What district is Senatobia Elementary School in?

Senatobia Municipal School District

Is Senatobia Elementary School a good school?

Senatobia Elementary School ranks 143^rd of 390 Mississippi elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

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