Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Saucier Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 12% 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-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saucier 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
Saucier Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saucier 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 Saucier Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#47 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
4%
47%
White
88%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saucier Elementary School's ranking?
Saucier Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Saucier Elementary School often compared to?
Saucier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Wortham Elementary And Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Saucier Elementary School?
387 students attend Saucier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Saucier Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saucier Elementary School?
Saucier Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saucier Elementary School offer ?
Saucier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Saucier Elementary School part of?
Saucier Elementary School is part of Harrison Co School District.
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