Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Perkinston Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 56% (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 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perkinston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Perkinston Elementary School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Perkinston Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perkinston Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#173 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
11%
47%
White
83%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
37%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perkinston Elementary School's ranking?
Perkinston Elementary School is ranked #173 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% 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 Perkinston Elementary School?
549 students attend Perkinston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Perkinston Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perkinston Elementary School?
Perkinston Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Perkinston Elementary School offer ?
Perkinston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Perkinston Elementary School part of?
Perkinston Elementary School is part of Stone Co School District.
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