Serving 687 students in grades 4-6, Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 4-6
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harper Mc Caughan 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
School Overview
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School's student population of 687 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#79 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
16%
47%
White
64%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School's ranking?
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School often compared to?
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pass Christian 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 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School?
687 students attend Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School?
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School offer ?
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School part of?
Harper Mc Caughan Elementary School is part of Long Beach School District.
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