Simpson Central School
388 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Simpson Central School, located in Pinola, Mississippi, is a public school serving students within the Simpson County School District. As a central educational hub for the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic environment that focuses on student achievement, character development, and preparation for future success. The school serves a diverse grade level range, typically spanning from elementary through middle school years, fostering a supportive atmosphere aimed at helping young learners build essential skills in core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Simpson Central School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and extracurricular engagement. By utilizing the resources provided by the Simpson County School District, the school strives to integrate technology and modern pedagogical practices into the classroom to meet the evolving needs of its students. With its location on Highway 28 West, the school remains a vital institution for families in the Pinola area, committed to maintaining high educational standards while encouraging a positive and inclusive school culture for all attendees.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Simpson Central School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and extracurricular engagement. By utilizing the resources provided by the Simpson County School District, the school strives to integrate technology and modern pedagogical practices into the classroom to meet the evolving needs of its students. With its location on Highway 28 West, the school remains a vital institution for families in the Pinola area, committed to maintaining high educational standards while encouraging a positive and inclusive school culture for all attendees.
388
Total Students
25.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 219 |
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 150 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 10 |
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White219 (56.4%)
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Black150 (38.7%)
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Two or More10 (2.6%)
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Hispanic5 (1.3%)
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Asian4 (1.0%)
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: | Simpson County School District |
| Phone: | (601)847-2630 |
| Website: | http://www.simpson.k12.ms.us |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 388 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 281 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 45 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
36
Grade 1
40
Grade 2
41
Grade 3
50
Grade 4
35
Grade 5
37
Grade 6
46
Grade 7
48
Grade 8
55
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 36 |
| Grade 1 | 40 |
| Grade 2 | 41 |
| Grade 3 | 50 |
| Grade 4 | 35 |
| Grade 5 | 37 |
| Grade 6 | 46 |
| Grade 7 | 48 |
| Grade 8 | 55 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 193 | 49.7% |
| Male | 195 | 50.3% |