Elementary Schools in Chickasaw City

Chickasaw City is home to two elementary schools serving grades PK-6, with a combined enrollment of 632 students in a district ranked in the 13th percentile statewide.

For parents exploring options in Chickasaw City, the two schools present distinct profiles. Chickasaw City Elementary School (PK-2) has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7%, nearly four times the district average and well above the state's 12.0%—a red flag for early literacy development. In contrast, Chickasaw Intermediate School (3-6) shows a notable strength in English Language Arts, with proficiency rates above 50% for three consecutive grades (3rd, 4th, and 5th) despite high poverty levels. However, math proficiency at the intermediate school is a major concern, dropping sharply from 26.87% in 3rd grade to just 8.33% in 5th grade—far below state averages. The intermediate school also serves a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students (86.38% free/reduced lunch) compared to the elementary school (74.32%).

The most striking finding is the disconnect between district and school absenteeism data—the district reports a 4.6% rate while both schools report rates above 12.9%, suggesting a possible data reporting issue. Additionally, the high absenteeism at the PK-2 school may be feeding into the academic struggles seen later at the intermediate level, creating a challenging cycle. While neither school earns high rankings (both hold 1-star ratings), the intermediate school's consistent ELA performance offers a potential bright spot worth investigating. Parents should note the intermediate school's higher student-teacher ratio (20:1 vs. 16.5:1) and the widening achievement gap in math as students progress through the grades.