Yalobusha County Schools & Education
Yalobusha County, Mississippi
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
14/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
82.6%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.6%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,924
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,954
School Score
14/100
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
#68
of 81 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Yalobusha County
School Verdict
Yalobusha County faces educational challenges with a school score of 14/100 and a graduation rate of 82.6%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $5,924 per pupil, Yalobusha County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Yalobusha County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 47% below the Mississippi average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 4.5 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Yalobusha County, Mississippi
Four Schools Shared Between Two Districts
Yalobusha County operates a compact system of four public schools serving 1,458 students. The infrastructure is split between two separate districts, providing two elementary and two high schools for the community.
Academic Outcomes and Funding Benchmarks
The 82.6% graduation rate trails the state average, though per-pupil spending of $5,924 is nearly identical to the state's $5,954 average. The county maintains a school score of 47.3 as it works toward national proficiency benchmarks.
Water Valley and Coffeeville Districts
The Water Valley School District is the larger of the two, serving 1,041 students, while Coffeeville School District serves 417. Both districts follow traditional public models, with 0% charter school participation in the county.
Balanced Rural and Town Settings
The county's four schools are evenly split with two in rural areas and two in town settings. Davidson Elementary is the largest school by far with 605 students, whereas Coffeeville High School is the smallest with 158 students.
Relocate Near Local Educational Hubs
Families can choose between the larger Water Valley or more intimate Coffeeville districts when looking for a home here. Use school performance data to guide your search for the perfect Yalobusha County residence.
School Overview
Total Schools
4
in Yalobusha County
Total Enrollment
1,458
students
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
2 School Districts in Yalobusha County
WATER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
COFFEEVILLE SCHOOL DIST
4 Public Schools in Yalobusha County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVIDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | WATER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT | PK–6 | Primary | 605 |
| WATER VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL | WATER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT | 7–12 | High | 436 |
| COFFEEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | COFFEEVILLE SCHOOL DIST | PK–8 | Primary | 259 |
| COFFEEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL | COFFEEVILLE SCHOOL DIST | 9–12 | High | 158 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,924
State avg $5,954
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Schools in Yalobusha County, Mississippi — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Yalobusha County, Mississippi?
Yalobusha County operates a compact system of four public schools serving 1,458 students. The infrastructure is split between two separate districts, providing two elementary and two high schools for the community.
How do schools in Yalobusha County perform academically?
The 82.6% graduation rate trails the state average, though per-pupil spending of $5,924 is nearly identical to the state's $5,954 average. The county maintains a school score of 47.3 as it works toward national proficiency benchmarks.
What are the major school districts in Yalobusha County, Mississippi?
The Water Valley School District is the larger of the two, serving 1,041 students, while Coffeeville School District serves 417. Both districts follow traditional public models, with 0% charter school participation in the county.
What is the school experience like in Yalobusha County?
The county's four schools are evenly split with two in rural areas and two in town settings. Davidson Elementary is the largest school by far with 605 students, whereas Coffeeville High School is the smallest with 158 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Yalobusha County, Mississippi?
Families can choose between the larger Water Valley or more intimate Coffeeville districts when looking for a home here. Use school performance data to guide your search for the perfect Yalobusha County residence.
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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.