Rankin County Schools focus on educational excellence

Pelahatchie schools are part of the Rankin County School District (RCSD), the third largest school district in the state of Mississippi. In 2022, RCSD had sixteen out of twenty-seven schools rated as “A” schools, and the entire district is an A-rated district and one of the top ten districts in the state.

Last year, RCSD grew its graduation rate, as well as its reading proficiency and growth, math proficiency and growth, history proficiency and the number of students who are getting college credit while in high school. Overall, while the district was already A-rated, it still managed to grow an additional twenty-six points.

RCSD Superintendent Dr. Scott Rimes said the District’s positive gains are “the direct result of tireless efforts from each and every student, staff member, family, and our stakeholders. We have a certain expectation in RCSD, and there is always room for growth as we look ahead for the next testing season.”