Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawkins Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hawkins Elementary School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Motto
The mission of Hawkins Elementary is to educate all students to become productive citizens of a dynamic, global community.
School Rankings
Hawkins Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawkins Elementary School is 0.47, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#351 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
23%
5%
Black
69%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
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 is Hawkins Elementary School's ranking?
Hawkins Elementary School is ranked #351 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hawkins Elementary School often compared to?
Hawkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Christian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Hawkins Elementary School?
289 students attend Hawkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hawkins Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawkins Elementary School?
Hawkins Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawkins Elementary School offer ?
Hawkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawkins Elementary School part of?
Hawkins Elementary School is part of Hattiesburg Public School District.
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