Summary:
The city of Olive Branch, Mississippi is home to 14 schools that are part of the Desoto County School District, which is ranked 33 out of 130 school districts in the state and has a 4-star rating. The schools include 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
Among the standout schools in Olive Branch are Lewisburg High School, which consistently ranks among the top 4-6 high schools in Mississippi with a 5-star rating, and the Lewisburg Intermediate and Elementary schools, which are both ranked 13th out of their respective categories in the state and also have 5-star ratings. These Lewisburg schools have exceptional test scores, with proficiency rates exceeding 70% in core subjects like English, Math, and Science.
The schools in Olive Branch serve a diverse student population, with some having a majority white student body and others having a majority African American student body. However, all of the schools have extremely high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the community. The data suggests a correlation between higher spending per student, lower student-teacher ratios, and higher academic performance, underscoring the importance of adequate resources and staffing for student success.
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