Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lizana 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 76% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lizana 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
Lizana Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lizana 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 Lizana Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#10 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
3%
47%
White
90%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
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 Lizana Elementary School's ranking?
Lizana Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lizana Elementary School often compared to?
Lizana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayou View Elementary School, Lyman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Lizana Elementary School?
383 students attend Lizana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lizana Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lizana Elementary School?
Lizana Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lizana Elementary School offer ?
Lizana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lizana Elementary School part of?
Lizana Elementary School is part of Harrison Co School Dist School District.
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