Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilkins 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 13% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 99% 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-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilkins Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilkins 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 Wilkins Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#719 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
96%
47%
White
1%
42%
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%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkins Elementary School's ranking?
Wilkins Elementary School is ranked #719 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Wilkins Elementary School?
316 students attend Wilkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Wilkins Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkins Elementary School?
Wilkins Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilkins Elementary School offer ?
Wilkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilkins Elementary School part of?
Wilkins Elementary School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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