Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lake Cormorant Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Cormorant Elementary serves the west part of Lake Cormorant, MS, covering an area of approximately 121.9 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 10.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 13 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Cormorant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Cormorant Elementary School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Cormorant Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Cormorant Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#170 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
32%
45%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Cormorant Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Cormorant Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lake Cormorant Elementary School?
635 students attend Lake Cormorant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lake Cormorant Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Cormorant Elementary School?
Lake Cormorant Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Cormorant Elementary School offer ?
Lake Cormorant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Cormorant Elementary School part of?
Lake Cormorant Elementary School is part of Desoto County School District.
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