Serving 401 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hancock North Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock North Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hancock North Central Elementary School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hancock North Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock North Central Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#122 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
1%
47%
White
97%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock North Central Elementary School's ranking?
Hancock North Central Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hancock North Central Elementary School often compared to?
Hancock North Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hancock Elementary School, South Hancock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Hancock North Central Elementary School?
401 students attend Hancock North Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hancock North Central Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hancock North Central Elementary School?
Hancock North Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hancock North Central Elementary School offer ?
Hancock North Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hancock North Central Elementary School part of?
Hancock North Central Elementary School is part of Hancock Co School Dist School District.
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