Serving 338 students in grades 3-5, Houston Upper Elementary 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 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houston Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Houston Upper Elementary School's student population of 338 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houston Upper Elementary 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 Houston Upper Elementary School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#344 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
5%
Black
41%
47%
White
48%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Houston Upper Elementary School is ranked #344 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Houston Upper Elementary School?
338 students attend Houston Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Houston Upper Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houston Upper Elementary School?
Houston Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Houston Upper Elementary School offer ?
Houston Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Houston Upper Elementary School part of?
Houston Upper Elementary School is part of Chickasaw Co School District.
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