Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dawson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dawson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Dawson Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
202 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Dawson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dawson Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#637 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
100%
47%
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White
n/a
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in MS. This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in MS.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/45000/45179/dawson-elementary-school-chart-IyuhgG.png)
![This chart display the diversity score of Dawson Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data. This chart display the diversity score of Dawson Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/45000/45179/dawson-elementary-school-chart-dHwvpb.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dawson Elementary School's ranking?
Dawson Elementary School is ranked #637 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Dawson Elementary School?
202 students attend Dawson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dawson Elementary School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dawson Elementary School?
Dawson Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dawson Elementary School offer ?
Dawson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dawson Elementary School part of?
Dawson Elementary School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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