Serving 642 students in grades 2-4, Mclaurin 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 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: MC Laurin Elementary School serves the northern part of Natchez, MS, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mclaurin Elementary School's student population of 642 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mclaurin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mclaurin Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#515 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
88%
45%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mclaurin Elementary School's ranking?
Mclaurin Elementary School is ranked #515 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Mclaurin Elementary School?
642 students attend Mclaurin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mclaurin Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclaurin Elementary School?
Mclaurin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mclaurin Elementary School offer ?
Mclaurin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclaurin Elementary School part of?
Mclaurin Elementary School is part of Natchez-Adams School District.
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