Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Isable Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Isable Elementary School serves the southern part of Jackson, MS, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Isable Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Isable Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Isable Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#691 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
96%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
40%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 is Isable Elementary School's ranking?
Isable Elementary School is ranked #691 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Isable Elementary School often compared to?
Isable Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Hopkins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Isable Elementary School?
244 students attend Isable Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Isable Elementary School students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Isable Elementary School?
Isable Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Isable Elementary School offer ?
Isable Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Isable Elementary School part of?
Isable Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
In what neighborhood is Isable Elementary School located?
Isable Elementary School is located in the Washington Addition neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 1 other public schools located in Washington Addition.
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