What grades does SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL serve?

SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL is a Primary school serving students in PINOLA, MS. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL located?

SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL is located at PINOLA, MS in a rural area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL?

SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL has a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

What schools are in PINOLA, MS?

PINOLA, MS is served by the local school district. SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Primary|PINOLA, Mississippi|SIMPSON CO SCHOOL DIST

PINOLA, MS 39149

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

End of First Nine WeeksEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Fall Break (Students)BreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Thu

Fall Break (Schools/Offices)BreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Report Cards IssuedEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Thu

Progress ReportsEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–8

Enrollment

405

Student:Teacher

13.1:1

Locale

Rural

District

SIMPSON CO SCHOOL DIST

Econ. Disadvantaged

86.4%

Phone

(601)847-2630

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

34%

45th percentile in MS

Math Proficiency

32%

44th percentile in MS

Chronic Absenteeism

9.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

47 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.6:1

Better than average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

483

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

36.44

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)

388

Current enrollment

Declining(-34% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

End of First Nine Weeks

Event

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break (Students)

Break

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Professional Development

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in SIMPSON CO SCHOOL DIST. SIMPSON CENTRAL SCHOOL follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	Progress ReportsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	End of First Nine WeeksDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break (Students)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Fall Break (Schools/Offices)District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Report Cards IssuedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Nov 5, 2026	Progress ReportsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (Schools)District-wide	Break	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving (Offices Closed)District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	60% Day for StudentsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of Second Nine WeeksDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Christmas HolidaysDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Staff Development (No Students)District-wide	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Students ReturnDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Jan 7, 2027	Report Cards IssuedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	MLK HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, Feb 11, 2027	Progress ReportsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	End of Third Nine WeeksDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Report Cards IssuedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Easter HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, May 20, 2027	Magee GraduationDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day for TeachersDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	60% Day for StudentsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Mendenhall GraduationDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Report Cards IssuedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Holiday (Schools/Offices Closed)District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth Holiday (Schools/Offices Closed)District-wide	Holiday	—