Serving 575 students in grades 2-5, Lawhon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lawhon Elementary School serves the northeast part of Tupelo, MS, covering an area of approximately 34.2 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawhon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lawhon Elementary School's student population of 575 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lawhon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawhon Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#292 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)25.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawhon Elementary School's ranking?
Lawhon Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lawhon Elementary School often compared to?
Lawhon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierce Street Elementary School, Lawndale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lawhon Elementary School?
575 students attend Lawhon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Lawhon Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lawhon Elementary School?
Lawhon Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawhon Elementary School offer ?
Lawhon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lawhon Elementary School part of?
Lawhon Elementary School is part of Tupelo Public School District.
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