Leake County School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 111 West Main Street in Carthage, Mississippi, the Leake County School District operates as an active, traditional public school system anchored in a remote rural setting. Serving a diverse enrollment of 2,408 students across six operational schools, the district delivers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through grade 13. As a foundational institution within the local community, the district fosters an inclusive environment for students of varied backgrounds, cultivating academic progress across early childhood, primary, and secondary grade levels.

To maintain its educational mission and daily operations, the district relies on a substantial workforce totaling nearly 773 full-time equivalent staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 346 full-time equivalent teachers and more than 61 instructional aides, complemented by a robust network of over 365 support personnel who manage school operations, facilities, and student services. For parents, prospective families, and educational researchers examining rural public education, the Leake County School District offers a well-supported framework aimed at fostering academic growth and community engagement, with additional details accessible online through its district portal at leakesd.org.
6
Total Schools
2,408
Total Students
346.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Leake County School District
Demographic Student Count
White374
Hispanic502
Black1,435
Asian7
Two or More70
American Indian20
  • Black
    1,435 (59.6%)
  • Hispanic
    502 (20.8%)
  • White
    374 (15.5%)
  • Two or More
    70 (2.9%)
  • American Indian
    20 (0.8%)
  • Asian
    7 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Leake County School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High3
Other0
School Map
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:2,408*
Teachers (FTE):346.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.0
Schools in Leake County School District
Found 6 Schools