Hernando Elementary School serves 707 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Attendance Zone: Hernando Elementary serves the southern part of Hernando, MS, covering an area of approximately 108.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hernando Elementary School's student population of 707 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
707 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hernando 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
10%
45%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hernando Elementary School often compared to?
Hernando Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Hill Elementary School, Lewisburg Primary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hernando Elementary School?
707 students attend Hernando Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hernando Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hernando Elementary School?
Hernando Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hernando Elementary School offer ?
Hernando Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hernando Elementary School part of?
Hernando Elementary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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