Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sykes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sykes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sykes Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sykes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sykes Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#701 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
4%
Black
79%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sykes Elementary School's ranking?
Sykes Elementary School is ranked #701 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Sykes Elementary School?
290 students attend Sykes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Sykes Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sykes Elementary School?
Sykes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sykes Elementary School offer ?
Sykes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sykes Elementary School part of?
Sykes Elementary School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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