Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pelahatchie 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 46% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pelahatchie Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Pelahatchie, MS, covering an area of approximately 138.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pelahatchie Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pelahatchie 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 Pelahatchie Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#398 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelahatchie Elementary School's ranking?
Pelahatchie Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pelahatchie Elementary School often compared to?
Pelahatchie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah 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 52% MS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pelahatchie Elementary School?
385 students attend Pelahatchie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pelahatchie Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelahatchie Elementary School?
Pelahatchie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pelahatchie Elementary School offer ?
Pelahatchie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelahatchie Elementary School part of?
Pelahatchie Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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