Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Lowndes 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lowndes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Lowndes Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lowndes 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 West Lowndes Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#464 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
95%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lowndes Elementary School's ranking?
West Lowndes Elementary School is ranked #464 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Lowndes Elementary School?
234 students attend West Lowndes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Lowndes Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lowndes Elementary School?
West Lowndes Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Lowndes Elementary School offer ?
West Lowndes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Lowndes Elementary School part of?
West Lowndes Elementary School is part of Lowndes Co School District.
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