Purvis Upper Elementary School

310 Mitchell
Purvis, MS 39475
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 360 students in grades 3-5, Purvis Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 360 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 30% in MS
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Purvis Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

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School Overview

Purvis Upper Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
360 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings

Purvis Upper 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 Purvis Upper Elementary School is 0.30, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (MS)
#205 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
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37%
37%
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48%
35%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
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Black
11%
47%
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White
83%
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.30
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Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
6%
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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 Purvis Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Purvis Upper Elementary School is ranked #205 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Purvis Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Purvis Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumrall Elementary School, Purvis High School, Purvis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Purvis Upper Elementary School?
360 students attend Purvis Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Purvis Upper Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purvis Upper Elementary School?
Purvis Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Purvis Upper Elementary School offer ?
Purvis Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Purvis Upper Elementary School part of?
Purvis Upper Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 360 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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