Summary:
The city of Tunica, Mississippi is home to three public schools - one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school - all part of the Tunica County School District. While the district as a whole is ranked 85 out of 130 in the state and rated only 2 out of 5 stars, a few standout schools emerge from the data.
Rosa Fort High School consistently ranks in the top half of Mississippi high schools, with a relatively high 89.4% graduation rate and strong performance on end-of-course exams, particularly in Algebra I and U.S. History. In contrast, Tunica Elementary School has struggled to meet state averages in English Language Arts and Math. Tunica Middle School stands out for its impressive math performance, with 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students exceeding state averages in proficiency.
A concerning trend across all three Tunica schools is the high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.9%, significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, all Tunica schools have 100% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the district. While the student-teacher ratios are relatively small, ranging from 11.8 to 13.6, the overall academic underperformance suggests that the district faces significant challenges in providing quality education to its students.
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