Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lizana Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lizana Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lizana Elementary School's student population of 384 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Lizana Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lizana Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 805 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
1%
47%
White
90%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lizana Elementary School's ranking?
Lizana Elementary School is ranked #4 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lizana Elementary School often compared to?
Lizana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyman Elementary School, Bayou View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lizana Elementary School?
384 students attend Lizana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lizana Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lizana Elementary School?
Lizana Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lizana Elementary School offer ?
Lizana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lizana Elementary School part of?
Lizana Elementary School is part of Harrison Co School District.
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