Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Hopkins 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John Hopkins Elementary School serves the northwest part of Jackson, MS, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 1.5-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away, typically resulting in a 5-10 minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Attribute
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School Overview
John Hopkins Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
John Hopkins 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 John Hopkins Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#416 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
99%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-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 John Hopkins Elementary School's ranking?
John Hopkins Elementary School is ranked #416 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend John Hopkins Elementary School?
497 students attend John Hopkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of John Hopkins Elementary School students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Hopkins Elementary School?
John Hopkins Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does John Hopkins Elementary School offer ?
John Hopkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Hopkins Elementary School part of?
John Hopkins Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
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