MS Dept of Education

Mississippi public school districts reported a 24% decline in student absences in August and September 2026 than in August and September 2025. Total absences fell from 1,012,946 to 769,180. The drop follows a new attendance law now in effect. Go to bit.ly/3Vlqqlv. #MsEdu

MDE has announced the four schools named 2026 Mississippi Blue Ribbon Schools. This recognition highlights schools that excel in academic performance and/or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups. Go to bit.ly/4iavX7e. #MsEdu

MDE has released accountability grades for the 2025-26 school year, which show 53.9% of schools and 50.7% of districts earned a grade of A or B. These are the first grades issued under higher standards for earning grades. Visit bit.ly/3Ur64H6. #MsEdu

MDE has released the 2025-26 Chronic Absenteeism Report, which shows the state rate decreased to 26.5%. Rates are lowest among grades 2-5, higher in kindergarten and first grade, and highest in grades 6-12. Visit bit.ly/4hX0Laj. #MsEdu

Hey Parents! New school and district grades are coming soon! Visit mdek12.org and search Raising the Bar. #MsEdu