Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mclaurin 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 45% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mclaurin Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Mclaurin 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 Mclaurin Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#352 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
15%
47%
White
71%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Mclaurin Elementary School's ranking?
Mclaurin Elementary School is ranked #352 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Mclaurin Elementary School often compared to?
Mclaurin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bentonia Gibbs School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Mclaurin Elementary School?
552 students attend Mclaurin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mclaurin Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mclaurin Elementary School?
Mclaurin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mclaurin Elementary School offer ?
Mclaurin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclaurin Elementary School part of?
Mclaurin Elementary School is part of Rankin Co School District.
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