What grades does MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Mendenhall area.

Where is MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a rural school in Mendenhall, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 13.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Mendenhall, MS?

Schools in Mendenhall include MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Mendenhall area.

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MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Mendenhall, Mississippi|SIMPSON CO SCHOOL DIST

Mendenhall, MS 39114

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Upcoming Events

Jul

Mon

New Teacher OrientationStaff Day

Jul

Wed

Staff Development (No Students)Event

Aug

Mon

First Day of School (Students Return)Event

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Sep

Thu

Progress ReportsEvent

Sep

Mon

Labor Day HolidayHoliday

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Fri

End of First Nine WeeksEvent

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

543

Student:Teacher

13.6:1

Locale

Rural

District

SIMPSON CO SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

85.8%

Phone

(601)847-2621

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

25-29%

Math Proficiency

25-29%

Chronic Absenteeism

5.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

27 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.4:1

Worse than average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

530

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

36.47

100% fully certified

Counselors

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,235

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,608

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,182

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 31%State 42%Local 28%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

28.0%

Below 150% poverty line

6.1%

Unemployment rate

12.9%

Uninsured residents

19.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

613

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

605

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

150 (25%)

Speech/Language Impairment

122 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

115 (19%)

Autism

64 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

45 (7%)

Intellectual Disability

42 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

598

Current enrollment

Growing(+18% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Jul 27, 2026

New Teacher Orientation

Staff Day

Wed, Jul 29, 2026

Staff Development (No Students)

Event

Mon, Aug 3, 2026

First Day of School (Students Return)

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Progress Reports	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day Holiday	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	End of First Nine Weeks	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break (Students)	Break	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Professional Development	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Fall Break (Schools/Offices)	Break	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Report Cards Issued	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	Progress Reports	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (Schools)	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving (Offices Closed)	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of Second Nine Weeks	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	60% Day for Students	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas Holidays	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Staff Development (No Students)	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Students Return	Event	—
Thu, Jan 7, 2027	Report Cards Issued	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK Holiday	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Progress Reports	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	End of Third Nine Weeks	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Report Cards Issued	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Easter Holiday	Holiday	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Magee Graduation	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day for Teachers	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	60% Day for Students	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Mendenhall Graduation	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Report Cards Issued	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Holiday (Schools/Offices Closed)	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth Holiday (Schools/Offices Closed)	Holiday	—