Serving 761 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Center Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Center Hill Elementary School's student population of 761 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Center Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Hill Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#94 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
38%
47%
White
45%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
60%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Center Hill Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Center Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Center Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Center Hill Elementary School?
761 students attend Center Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Center Hill Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Hill Elementary School?
Center Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Center Hill Elementary School offer ?
Center Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Center Hill Elementary School part of?
Center Hill Elementary School is part of Desoto Co School District.
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