Serving 608 students in grades 5-6, Petal Upper 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 67% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petal Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Petal Upper Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Petal Upper 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 Petal Upper Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#25 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
17%
47%
White
72%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Petal Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Petal Upper Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Petal Upper Elementary School?
608 students attend Petal Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Petal Upper Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petal Upper Elementary School?
Petal Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petal Upper Elementary School offer ?
Petal Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Petal Upper Elementary School part of?
Petal Upper Elementary School is part of Petal School Dist School District.
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