Kemper County Schools & Education
Kemper County, Mississippi
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
36/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,706
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,954
School Score
36/100
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
#21
of 81 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Kemper County
School Verdict
Kemper County faces educational challenges with a school score of 36/100 and a graduation rate of 82.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,706 per pupil, Kemper County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Kemper County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 32% above the Mississippi average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 5.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 29% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Kemper County, Mississippi
Intimate Rural Education Across Five Schools
Kemper County operates a single consolidated school district serving 884 students. The landscape consists of one elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
High Investment per Student in Kemper
The county invests $7,706 per pupil, which significantly exceeds the state average of $5,954. While the graduation rate of 82.0% trails the national average, the school score of 50.8 sits just above the state mean.
Single District Governance for All Students
The Kemper County School District manages all five public schools in the county. There are no charter schools, ensuring a unified educational approach for the entire student body.
Small, Entirely Rural School Settings
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a close-knit learning environment with an average of only 221 students per school. Kemper County High School is the largest facility, yet it only enrolls 323 students.
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For those seeking a rural lifestyle with high per-pupil investment, Kemper County offers a unique opportunity. Consider local school proximity as you search for your next home.
School Overview
Total Schools
5
in Kemper County
Total Enrollment
884
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Kemper County
KEMPER CO SCHOOL DIST
5 Public Schools in Kemper County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEMPER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL | KEMPER CO SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 323 |
| KEMPER COUNTY LOWER ELEMENTARY | KEMPER CO SCHOOL DIST | PK–3 | Primary | 256 |
| KEMPER COUNTY UPPER ELEMENTARY | KEMPER CO SCHOOL DIST | 4–8 | Middle | 185 |
| KEMPER COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL | KEMPER CO SCHOOL DIST | 7–8 | Middle | 120 |
| STENNIS VOC TECH COMPLEX | KEMPER CO SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,706
State avg $5,954
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Kemper County, Mississippi — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Kemper County, Mississippi?
Kemper County operates a single consolidated school district serving 884 students. The landscape consists of one elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
How do schools in Kemper County perform academically?
The county invests $7,706 per pupil, which significantly exceeds the state average of $5,954. While the graduation rate of 82.0% trails the national average, the school score of 50.8 sits just above the state mean.
What are the major school districts in Kemper County, Mississippi?
The Kemper County School District manages all five public schools in the county. There are no charter schools, ensuring a unified educational approach for the entire student body.
What is the school experience like in Kemper County?
Every school in the county is classified as rural, creating a close-knit learning environment with an average of only 221 students per school. Kemper County High School is the largest facility, yet it only enrolls 323 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Kemper County, Mississippi?
For those seeking a rural lifestyle with high per-pupil investment, Kemper County offers a unique opportunity. Consider local school proximity as you search for your next home.
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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.