Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rowan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rowan Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rowan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowan Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#369 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
96%
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowan Elementary School's ranking?
Rowan Elementary School is ranked #369 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Rowan Elementary School?
337 students attend Rowan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Rowan Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rowan Elementary School?
Rowan Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rowan Elementary School offer ?
Rowan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rowan Elementary School part of?
Rowan Elementary School is part of Hattiesburg Public School Dist School District.
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