Serving 701 students in grades 2-3, Hernando Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hernando Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hernando Hills Elementary School's student population of 701 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hernando Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernando Hills Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#18 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
10%
47%
White
76%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hernando Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Hernando Hills Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hernando Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Hernando Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Hernando Hills Elementary School?
701 students attend Hernando Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Hernando Hills Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hernando Hills Elementary School?
Hernando Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hernando Hills Elementary School offer ?
Hernando Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Hernando Hills Elementary School part of?
Hernando Hills Elementary School is part of Desoto Co School Dist School District.
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