Serving 687 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Lauderdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (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 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lauderdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Lauderdale Elementary School's student population of 687 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lauderdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lauderdale Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#157 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
14%
47%
White
81%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
58%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lauderdale Elementary School's ranking?
West Lauderdale Elementary School is ranked #157 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Lauderdale Elementary School often compared to?
West Lauderdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkdale Elementary School, Northeast Lauderdale Elementary School, Poplar Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% 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 West Lauderdale Elementary School?
687 students attend West Lauderdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Lauderdale Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lauderdale Elementary School?
West Lauderdale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Lauderdale Elementary School offer ?
West Lauderdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is West Lauderdale Elementary School part of?
West Lauderdale Elementary School is part of Lauderdale Co School District.
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