George H. Oliver Visual/Performing Arts Magnet School
299 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
School Overview
Geo H. Oliver Visual and Performing Arts School, located at 871 Ritchie Avenue in Clarksdale, Mississippi, is a specialized educational institution dedicated to integrating rigorous academic study with focused training in the arts. As a magnet-style facility within the Clarksdale Municipal School District, the school provides students with a unique environment where they can explore disciplines such as music, visual arts, dance, and theater alongside their core curriculum. By emphasizing creative expression, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students, encouraging them to develop critical thinking, discipline, and confidence through their artistic pursuits.
Beyond its focus on the arts, the school plays a significant role in the local Clarksdale community by fostering a vibrant culture of performance and creative engagement. The faculty and staff are committed to providing a supportive atmosphere that challenges students to excel both academically and artistically. Through various school productions, gallery showcases, and community performances, Geo H. Oliver serves as a hub for student talent, helping to prepare young artists for future academic success and creative careers while enriching the cultural landscape of the Mississippi Delta.
Beyond its focus on the arts, the school plays a significant role in the local Clarksdale community by fostering a vibrant culture of performance and creative engagement. The faculty and staff are committed to providing a supportive atmosphere that challenges students to excel both academically and artistically. Through various school productions, gallery showcases, and community performances, Geo H. Oliver serves as a hub for student talent, helping to prepare young artists for future academic success and creative careers while enriching the cultural landscape of the Mississippi Delta.
299
Total Students
15.5
Full-Time Teachers
19.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic | 2 |
| Black | 253 |
| Two or More | 40 |
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Black253 (84.6%)
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Two or More40 (13.4%)
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White4 (1.3%)
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Hispanic2 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Clarksdale Municipal School District |
| Phone: | (662)627-8605 |
| Website: | http://cmsdschools.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 4th |
| Total Students: | 299 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 15.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 19.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 293 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
37
Kindergarten
49
Grade 1
56
Grade 2
57
Grade 3
50
Grade 4
50
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 37 |
| Kindergarten | 49 |
| Grade 1 | 56 |
| Grade 2 | 57 |
| Grade 3 | 50 |
| Grade 4 | 50 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 152 | 50.8% |
| Male | 147 | 49.2% |
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