Hope Sullivan Elementary School serves 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Attendance Zone: HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northern part of Southaven, MS, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hope Sullivan Elementary School's student population of 563 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hope Sullivan Elementary School is 0.62, 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
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hope Sullivan Elementary School often compared to?
Hope Sullivan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horn Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hope Sullivan Elementary School?
563 students attend Hope Sullivan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hope Sullivan Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Sullivan Elementary School?
Hope Sullivan Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hope Sullivan Elementary School offer ?
Hope Sullivan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Sullivan Elementary School part of?
Hope Sullivan Elementary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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