Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Flora 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Flora Elementary serves the western part of Flora, MS, covering an area of approximately 118.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.7 miles to the edge of its attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is about 9.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Flora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
East Flora Elementary School's student population of 249 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Flora 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 East Flora Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#504 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
73%
45%
White
23%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Flora Elementary School's ranking?
East Flora Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Flora Elementary School often compared to?
East Flora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ann E. Smith Elementary School, Camden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Flora Elementary School?
249 students attend East Flora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of East Flora Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Flora Elementary School?
East Flora Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Flora Elementary School offer ?
East Flora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Flora Elementary School part of?
East Flora Elementary School is part of Madison County Schools.
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