Calhoun County School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 119 West Main Street in Pittsboro, Mississippi, the Calhoun County School District is an active, traditional public school system providing comprehensive educational services across a rural remote geographic setting. Serving as a vital hub for the surrounding community, the district operates six schools that deliver continuous academic pathways from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. For the 2024–2025 school year, the system serves a diverse student body of nearly 2,000 students, including 603 Black, 320 Hispanic, 981 White, and 76 multiracial students, fostering an inclusive environment tailored to the needs of rural learners.

To ensure high-quality instruction and robust operational support, the district maintains a substantial professional workforce totaling more than 711 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes 360 full-time equivalent teachers and 55 instructional aides who directly support classroom learning, backed by nearly 297 support personnel overseeing district operations, facilities, and student services. Through this well-rounded staffing structure, the Calhoun County School District remains dedicated to nurturing academic growth, personal development, and community engagement. Families and researchers interested in learning more can explore district programs and updates online at www.calhounk12.com.
6
Total Schools
1,989
Total Students
360.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Calhoun County School District
Demographic Student Count
White981
Hispanic320
Black603
Asian9
Two or More76
  • White
    981 (49.3%)
  • Black
    603 (30.3%)
  • Hispanic
    320 (16.1%)
  • Two or More
    76 (3.8%)
  • Asian
    9 (0.5%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Calhoun County School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle0
High4
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:1,989*
Teachers (FTE):360.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.5