Serving 576 students in grades 2-3, Oak Grove Lower Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Lower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oak Grove Lower Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove Lower Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#187 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
43%
47%
White
40%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
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 Oak Grove Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Lower Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oak Grove Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longleaf Elementary School, Sumrall Elementary School, Moselle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Lower Elementary School?
576 students attend Oak Grove Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Oak Grove Lower Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Lower Elementary School?
Oak Grove Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Lower Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Oak Grove Lower Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Lower Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
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