Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, J. E. Johnson 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J E Johnson Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Prentiss, MS, covering approximately 270.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles to the nearest edge and up to 14.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. E. Johnson Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. E. Johnson 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 J. E. Johnson Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#661 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Positive Attitudes-High Expectations-Accountability
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. E. Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
J. E. Johnson Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are J. E. Johnson Elementary School often compared to?
J. E. Johnson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hebron School, Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend J. E. Johnson Elementary School?
335 students attend J. E. Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of J. E. Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. E. Johnson Elementary School?
J. E. Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. E. Johnson Elementary School offer ?
J. E. Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. E. Johnson Elementary School part of?
J. E. Johnson Elementary School is part of Jeff Davis County School District.
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