Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Casey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Casey Elementary School serves the eastern part of Jackson, MS, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Casey Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Casey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casey Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#148 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casey Elementary School's ranking?
Casey Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Casey Elementary School often compared to?
Casey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barack Obama Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Casey Elementary School?
308 students attend Casey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Casey Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casey Elementary School?
Casey Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Casey Elementary School offer ?
Casey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Casey Elementary School part of?
Casey Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
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