Bolivar County Schools & Education
Bolivar County, Mississippi
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
15/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,974
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,954
School Score
15/100
Higher = better
State avg 27/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#66
of 81 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Bolivar County
School Verdict
Bolivar County faces educational challenges with a school score of 15/100 and a graduation rate of 82.3%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $5,974 per pupil, Bolivar County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Bolivar County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 46% below the Mississippi average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 4.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Bolivar County, Mississippi
A Diverse Educational Network in the Delta
Bolivar County hosts 17 public schools, making it one of the more extensive systems in the region with 4,536 students. The landscape includes nine elementary, one middle, and six high schools spread across three districts.
Competitive Spending and Performance
The county spends $5,974 per pupil, aligning closely with the state average of $5,954. The graduation rate is 82.3%, and the county earns a school score of 47.3 as it works to bridge gaps toward national benchmarks.
Three Districts Serving Bolivar Families
The Cleveland School District is the largest, managing 2,818 students across 10 schools. The West Bolivar Consolidated and North Bolivar Consolidated districts serve the remaining 1,718 students, providing localized education without any charter schools.
Balancing Town Centers and Rural Fields
The locale is split nearly evenly with nine rural schools and eight town schools. Cleveland Central High School is the largest campus with 817 students, while the average school across the county hosts about 324 students.
Connecting with Schools in Bolivar County
With multiple districts and a mix of town and rural locales, Bolivar County provides various options for homebuyers. Focus your search in Cleveland or surrounding consolidated districts to find a neighborhood that matches your educational needs.
School Overview
Total Schools
17
in Bolivar County
Total Enrollment
4,536
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in Bolivar County
CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST
WEST BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST
NORTH BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST
17 Public Schools in Bolivar County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLEVELAND CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 817 |
| MCEVANS SCHOOL | WEST BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST | KG–12 | Other | 444 |
| CLEVELAND CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | 7–8 | Middle | 433 |
| NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL | NORTH BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST | 7–12 | High | 354 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | PK–6 | Primary | 336 |
| D.M. SMITH ELEMENTARY | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | 3–6 | Primary | 289 |
| HAYES COOPER CENTER FOR MATH SC TEC | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | PK–6 | Primary | 281 |
| WEST BOLIVAR ELEM | WEST BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST | KG–6 | Primary | 260 |
| NAILOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | KG–2 | Primary | 237 |
| WEST BOLIVAR HIGH SCHOOL | WEST BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST | 7–12 | High | 234 |
| I T MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | NORTH BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST | KG–6 | Primary | 225 |
| PARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | KG–6 | Primary | 213 |
| PEARMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | 1–6 | Primary | 212 |
| BROOKS ELEM SCHOOL | NORTH BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST | KG–6 | Primary | 201 |
| JOE BARNES VOCATIONAL CENTER | WEST BOLIVAR CONS SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
| CLEVELAND VOC TECH COMPLEX | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | 8–12 | Vocational | 0 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL | CLEVELAND SCHOOL DIST | 5–12 | Alternative | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,974
State avg $5,954
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Bolivar County, Mississippi — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Bolivar County, Mississippi?
Bolivar County hosts 17 public schools, making it one of the more extensive systems in the region with 4,536 students. The landscape includes nine elementary, one middle, and six high schools spread across three districts.
How do schools in Bolivar County perform academically?
The county spends $5,974 per pupil, aligning closely with the state average of $5,954. The graduation rate is 82.3%, and the county earns a school score of 47.3 as it works to bridge gaps toward national benchmarks.
What are the major school districts in Bolivar County, Mississippi?
The Cleveland School District is the largest, managing 2,818 students across 10 schools. The West Bolivar Consolidated and North Bolivar Consolidated districts serve the remaining 1,718 students, providing localized education without any charter schools.
What is the school experience like in Bolivar County?
The locale is split nearly evenly with nine rural schools and eight town schools. Cleveland Central High School is the largest campus with 817 students, while the average school across the county hosts about 324 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Bolivar County, Mississippi?
With multiple districts and a mix of town and rural locales, Bolivar County provides various options for homebuyers. Focus your search in Cleveland or surrounding consolidated districts to find a neighborhood that matches your educational needs.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.