Serving 188 students in grades Prekindergarten, Van Winkle 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Winkle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Van Winkle Elementary School's student population of 188 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
188 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Van Winkle Elementary School is 0.08, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
46%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
41%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
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Black
96%
47%
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White
n/a
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart display the diversity score of Van Winkle Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart display the diversity score of Van Winkle Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Mississippi by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/120000/120051/van-winkle-elementary-school-chart-byXuSFa.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 schools are Van Winkle Elementary School often compared to?
Van Winkle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lester Elementary School, Key Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% MS state average).
How many students attend Van Winkle Elementary School?
188 students attend Van Winkle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Van Winkle Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Winkle Elementary School?
Van Winkle Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Van Winkle Elementary School offer ?
Van Winkle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Van Winkle Elementary School part of?
Van Winkle Elementary School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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