Grenada School District

The Grenada School District in Mississippi operates three schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. Despite serving a predominantly low-income population, with over 99% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the district stands out for its strong academic performance, particularly at Grenada Elementary School.

Grenada Elementary is the clear standout in the district, consistently ranking among the top 26 elementary schools in Mississippi and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's test scores significantly exceed state averages, with 77% proficiency in 3rd and 4th grade ELA, 81.2% proficiency in 4th grade math, and 90.6% proficiency in 5th grade science. This exceptional performance is even more impressive given the school's high-poverty population.

While the other schools in the district, Grenada High and Grenada Middle School, do not match Grenada Elementary's standout performance, the district appears to be making an effort to allocate resources equitably, with relatively even per-student spending across the three schools. The racial makeup of the schools is also fairly balanced, with a roughly even split between white and African American students, suggesting the district is serving a diverse student population.