Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Hancock Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hancock 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
East Hancock Elementary School's student population of 631 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Hancock 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 East Hancock Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#33 out of 805 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
4%
47%
White
87%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
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 East Hancock Elementary School's ranking?
East Hancock Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Hancock Elementary School often compared to?
East Hancock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock North Central Elementary School, South Hancock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend East Hancock Elementary School?
631 students attend East Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Hancock Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Hancock Elementary School?
East Hancock Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Hancock Elementary School offer ?
East Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Hancock Elementary School part of?
East Hancock Elementary School is part of Hancock Co School Dist School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
My kids LOVE this school! They are excited to go every morning. The teachers make learning fun while providing a safe, clean environment.
5 2/21/2019
I cannot say enough good things about East Hancock. The school is amazing from the office staff to the teachers, they really care about your child in every way (education, socialization, growth and development, behavior/character formation). It is a close knit community feeling at East. I have always felt my child was safe and truly cared for/mentored at this school. Everyone works hard to get the job done. Communication is good, I`ve had former children at schools where there was no communication or when it was initiated you were met aggressively or with a school vs parent mentality. My daughter came having attended K and 1st grade at another local school. She is finishing up her final year at East and we will truly miss this school and both wish we could be here longer. This year at Thanksgiving we asked around the table to name one thing that impacted your life in a meaningful/significant way. My daughter listed changing school as the thing she was thankful for. Thanks for a amazing elementary experience!
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