Serving 339 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nicholson Elementary School's student population of 339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nicholson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nicholson Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#491 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
4%
Black
24%
47%
White
53%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
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 #491 out of 805 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Nicholson Elementary School?
339 students attend Nicholson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Nicholson Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicholson Elementary School?
Nicholson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nicholson Elementary School offer ?
Nicholson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Nicholson Elementary School part of?
Nicholson Elementary School is part of Picayune School District.
School Reviews
3 11/24/2020
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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