Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hills Chapel School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hills Chapel School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hills Chapel School's student population of 424 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
424 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hills Chapel School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hills Chapel School is 0.10, 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
#262 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
1%
47%
White
95%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hills Chapel School's ranking?
Hills Chapel School is ranked #262 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hills Chapel School often compared to?
Hills Chapel Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Elementary School, Alcorn Central Elementary School, Corinth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Hills Chapel School?
424 students attend Hills Chapel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hills Chapel School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hills Chapel School?
Hills Chapel School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hills Chapel School offer ?
Hills Chapel School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hills Chapel School part of?
Hills Chapel School is part of Prentiss Co School District.
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