This collection contains surveys of Mississippi schools from the early 1900s through the 1970s, with the majority dating from 1954-1957.
The format of each survey varies, but typically include:
- enrollment and attendance data
- curricula and financial information
- lists or descriptions of school buildings
- (some) recommendations and photographs
SEE ALSO: John E. Phay Collection
A collection of photographs taken by Dr. John Elon Phay, Professor of Educational Administration, Director of the Bureau of Education Research at the University of Mississippi, to record the pre-integration days of selected public elementary and secondary schools of Mississippi, which are featured in the Mississippi School Surveys.
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Report of visiting committee : an evaluation of Itawamba Junior College and Agricultural High School, April 6-9, 1953
B. P. Brooks, B. L. Hill, and V. S. Mann
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The report of the visiting committee representing the Southern Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges, on the evaluative criteria as applied to the Canton High School
Fred C. McEwen, Roy C. Bigelow, and S. A. Barsfield
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The report of a study of selected areas of the Oxford Elementary School and the University High School
University of Mississippi. School of Education
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The Report of a study of the Holly Springs Separate School District
University of Mississippi. School of Education
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The growth of the Biloxi Public School system
Stephanie C. Richmond, David Alfred Wheeler, and Julia C. Guice