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A.W. James Elementary

400 South Blvd, Drew, MS 38737, United States
+1 (662) 745-8892
http://www.sunflower.k12.ms.us
4.7
Overall Rating

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A.W. James Elementary Overview

About This School

A.W. James Elementary is a public elementary in Drew, Mississippi, serving 219 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 52% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 17 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $40,790. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. In terms of ethnicity, the population is 95% Black, 3% Hispanic, and 2% Two or More Races. One counselor serves the entire enrollment of 219 students.

219
Total Students
PK-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
17 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts52%
Mathematics42%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Sunflower County
Students per Counselor
219:1

A.W. James Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

52%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 40%
42%
Mathematics
City Avg: 32%State Avg: 45%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12:1
State Avg: 14.1:1
219
Students per Counselor

A.W. James Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
17

Average Teacher Salary

$40,790
City Avg: $40,790
State Avg: $50,897

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor219:1

A.W. James Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.05%
Male
47.95%
Female
Total Enrollment: 219 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White0.46%
Hispanic3.2%
Asian0%
Black94.52%
Two or More Races1.83%
Native American0%

A.W. James Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About A.W. James Elementary

Q: What is A.W. James Elementary?

A: A.W. James Elementary is a elementary public located in Drew.

Q: How many students attend A.W. James Elementary?

A: A.W. James Elementary has approximately 219 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at A.W. James Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at A.W. James Elementary is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about A.W. James Elementary

A.W. James Elementary is a public elementary in Drew, Mississippi, serving 219 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 52% in ELA and 42% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 17 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $40,790. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. In terms of ethnicity, the population is 95% Black, 3% Hispanic, and 2% Two or More Races. One counselor serves the entire enrollment of 219 students.

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About A.W. James Elementary - Drew, MS

Quick Facts about A.W. James Elementary
School NameA.W. James Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location400 South Blvd, Drew, MS 38737, Drew, MS
CountySunflower County
Phone+1 (662) 745-8892
Total Students219
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers17
Rating4.7/10
ELA Proficiency52%
Math Proficiency42%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about A.W. James Elementary

What is A.W. James Elementary?

A.W. James Elementary is a elementary public located in Drew.

How many students attend A.W. James Elementary?

A.W. James Elementary has approximately 219 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A.W. James Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at A.W. James Elementary is 12:1.

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