Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Lc Hatcher 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- Attendance Zone: LC Hatcher Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lucedale, MS, covering an area of approximately 76.4 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lc Hatcher Elementary School's student population of 280 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
students first
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
23%
47%
White
70%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lc Hatcher Elementary School often compared to?
Lc Hatcher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Creek Elementary School, Agricola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% MS state average).
How many students attend Lc Hatcher Elementary School?
280 students attend Lc Hatcher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lc Hatcher Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lc Hatcher Elementary School?
Lc Hatcher Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lc Hatcher Elementary School offer ?
Lc Hatcher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lc Hatcher Elementary School part of?
Lc Hatcher Elementary School is part of George County School District.
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