Serving 546 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 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Lawhon Elementary School's student population of 546 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawhon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lawhon Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
52%
47%
White
35%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawhon Elementary School's ranking?
Lawhon Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 805 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% 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?
546 students attend Lawhon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lawhon Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawhon Elementary School?
Lawhon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawhon Elementary School offer ?
Lawhon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Lawhon Elementary School part of?
Lawhon Elementary School is part of Tupelo Public School Dist School District.
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