RANKIN CO SCHOOL DIST

Rankin County School District serves 18,720 students across 28 schools in rural Mississippi, with a stable enrollment trend showing a 0.7% increase from the prior year. The district operates 16 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 8 high schools staffed by 1,431 teachers, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1.

Academic performance exceeds state benchmarks across measured indicators. Math proficiency stands at 68.7% compared to the state average of 50.1%, while reading proficiency reaches 61.7% against a state average of 43.0%. The graduation rate of 94.6% significantly surpasses Mississippi's average of 88.0%. Chronic absenteeism is reported at 14.2%, representing a notable challenge within the district.

Economically disadvantaged students comprise 48.8% of the enrollment, reflecting the rural context. Per-pupil spending of $13,427 slightly exceeds the state average of $12,810. The district operates with a total budget of $251.3 million, supported by diversified revenue sources: 43.6% from local funding, 43.2% from state sources, and 13.1% from federal funding. This relatively balanced funding structure differs from many rural districts with heavier reliance on state support. The combination of solid academic outcomes, stable enrollment, and per-pupil spending above state average suggests consistent resource allocation and educational implementation across the district's rural footprint.