Serving 458 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Flowood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Flowood Elementary School serves the northwest part of Flowood, MS, covering an area of approximately 84.2 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flowood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Flowood Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Flowood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flowood Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#162 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange, Blue, Purple, Green, Light Blue, Dark Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flowood Elementary School's ranking?
Flowood Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Flowood Elementary School often compared to?
Flowood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Bluff Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Flowood Elementary School?
458 students attend Flowood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Flowood Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flowood Elementary School?
Flowood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Flowood Elementary School offer ?
Flowood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flowood Elementary School part of?
Flowood Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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