Gary Road Elementary School serves 717 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Attendance Zone: Gary Road Elementary serves the southeastern part of Byram, MS, covering an area of approximately 121.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gary Road Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Teaching and learning are our superpowers!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gary Road 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
91%
45%
White
5%
40%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gary Road Elementary School?
717 students attend Gary Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gary Road Elementary School students are Black, 5% 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 Gary Road Elementary School?
Gary Road Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gary Road Elementary School offer ?
Gary Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gary Road Elementary School part of?
Gary Road Elementary School is part of Hinds County School District.
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