Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Agricola Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Agricola Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lucedale, MS, covering an area of approximately 84.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Agricola Elementary School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Agricola Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agricola Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#452 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
74%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agricola Elementary School's ranking?
Agricola Elementary School is ranked #452 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Agricola Elementary School often compared to?
Agricola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Rocky Creek Elementary School, Lc Hatcher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Agricola Elementary School?
543 students attend Agricola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Agricola Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agricola Elementary School?
Agricola Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Agricola Elementary School offer ?
Agricola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Agricola Elementary School part of?
Agricola Elementary School is part of George County School District.
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