Serving 1,491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pearl River Central 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 46% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearl River Central Elementary School's student population of 1,491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
School Rankings
Pearl River Central 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 Pearl River Central Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#329 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
3%
47%
White
86%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Pearl River Central Elementary School's ranking?
Pearl River Central Elementary School is ranked #329 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pearl River Central Elementary School often compared to?
Pearl River Central 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl River Central Elementary School?
1,491 students attend Pearl River Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pearl River Central Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl River Central Elementary School?
Pearl River Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pearl River Central Elementary School offer ?
Pearl River Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl River Central Elementary School part of?
Pearl River Central Elementary School is part of Pearl River Co School District.
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