Serving 324 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Nicholson 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicholson Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Nicholson, MS, covering an area of approximately 79.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholson Elementary School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Nicholson 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 Nicholson Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#528 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
47%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholson Elementary School's ranking?
Nicholson Elementary School is ranked #528 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Nicholson Elementary School often compared to?
Nicholson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roseland Park Elementary School, West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Nicholson Elementary School?
324 students attend Nicholson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Nicholson Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholson Elementary School?
Nicholson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nicholson Elementary School offer ?
Nicholson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholson Elementary School part of?
Nicholson Elementary School is part of Picayune School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
I had 2 boys last year before COVID-19 and my eldest blossomed. He was very shy, however, his first & last year here made him more confident & his grades didn't suffer from the transition. His teachers would communicate with me daily if needed. I believe the teachers care deeply for the students.
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