Serving 636 students in grades 3-4, Petal Elementary 3-4 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Petal Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Petal school district, encompassing approximately 94.9 square miles. This area allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petal Elementary 3-4 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Petal Elementary 3-4's student population of 636 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Petal Elementary 3-4 ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petal Elementary 3-4 is 0.49, 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
#61 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
16%
45%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petal Elementary 3-4's ranking?
Petal Elementary 3-4 is ranked #61 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Petal Elementary 3-4 often compared to?
Petal Elementary 3-4is often viewed alongside schools like Marietta Elementary School, Madison Avenue Upper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Petal Elementary 3-4?
636 students attend Petal Elementary 3-4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Petal Elementary 3-4 students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petal Elementary 3-4?
Petal Elementary 3-4 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petal Elementary 3-4 offer ?
Petal Elementary 3-4 offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Petal Elementary 3-4 part of?
Petal Elementary 3-4 is part of Petal School District.
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