Serving 345 students in grades 3-5, Pierce Street 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 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pierce Street Elementary School serves the west part of Tupelo, MS, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 6.6 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pierce Street Elementary School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pierce Street Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierce Street Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#248 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
33%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
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)21.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierce Street Elementary School's ranking?
Pierce Street Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pierce Street Elementary School often compared to?
Pierce Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawhon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pierce Street Elementary School?
345 students attend Pierce Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pierce Street Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierce Street Elementary School?
Pierce Street Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pierce Street Elementary School offer ?
Pierce Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce Street Elementary School part of?
Pierce Street Elementary School is part of Tupelo Public School District.
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