ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL

ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL ADM
1101 HIGHWAY 11 SOUTH
ELLISVILLE, MS 39437
Not reported M - M
School Overview
The Ellisville State School, located in Ellisville, Mississippi, is a long-standing residential facility dedicated to providing care, support, and specialized services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Originally established in the early 20th century, the institution has evolved over decades to transition from a traditional state-run "colony" model toward a focus on community integration, habilitation, and individualized care plans designed to improve the quality of life for its residents.

The facility functions as part of a broader state network overseen by the Mississippi Department of Mental Health. It offers a range of residential, clinical, and therapeutic programs intended to assist individuals who require 24-hour support. While the school has been subject to historical scrutiny regarding institutional care standards, current operations emphasize meeting federal and state health regulations, promoting resident rights, and preparing individuals for life in less restrictive community settings whenever possible.
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School Details
Status: Closed
School Level: Not reported
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: ELLISVILLE STATE SCHOOL ADM
Phone: (601)477-5801
Website: http://ess.ms.gov
Grade Range: M - M
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NSLP Participation:1 N/A
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* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade breakdown: M - M