Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bates 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bates Elementary School serves the southwest area of Jackson, MS, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Within this zone, families can typically reach the school in 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bates Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Bates 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 Bates Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#736 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bates Elementary School's ranking?
Bates Elementary School is ranked #736 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bates Elementary School?
482 students attend Bates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bates Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bates Elementary School?
Bates Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bates Elementary School offer ?
Bates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bates Elementary School part of?
Bates Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
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