Serving 659 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Vancleave Lower 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 13% 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-3
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vancleave Lower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Vancleave Lower Elementary School's student population of 659 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vancleave Lower 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 Vancleave Lower Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#186 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
3%
47%
White
87%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
46%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vancleave Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Vancleave Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Vancleave Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Vancleave Lower Elementary School?
659 students attend Vancleave Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Vancleave Lower Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vancleave Lower Elementary School?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vancleave Lower Elementary School offer ?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Vancleave Lower Elementary School part of?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School is part of Jackson Co School District.
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