East Central Lower Elementary School serves 601 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Central Lower Elementary School's student population of 601 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Raising the standard'
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Central Lower Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
3%
47%
White
90%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Central Lower Elementary School often compared to?
East Central Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin East Elementary School, Vancleave Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend East Central Lower Elementary School?
601 students attend East Central Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Central Lower Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Central Lower Elementary School?
East Central Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Central Lower Elementary School offer ?
East Central Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Central Lower Elementary School part of?
East Central Lower Elementary School is part of Jackson Co School District.
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