Serving 770 students in grades 2-3, Hernando Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hernando Hills Elementary serves the southern part of Hernando, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 108.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hernando Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hernando Hills Elementary School's student population of 770 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings
Hernando Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hernando Hills Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#33 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
74%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hernando Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Hernando Hills Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hernando Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Hernando Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Hernando Hills Elementary School?
770 students attend Hernando Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hernando Hills Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% 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 Hills Elementary School?
Hernando Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hernando Hills Elementary School offer ?
Hernando Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hernando Hills Elementary School part of?
Hernando Hills Elementary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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