Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Poplar Springs 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Poplar Springs Elementary School serves the northeast part of Meridian, MS, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poplar Springs Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poplar Springs 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 Poplar Springs Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#540 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
84%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Poplar Springs Elementary School is ranked #540 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Poplar Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Poplar Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood Elementary School, West Lauderdale Elementary School, West Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Poplar Springs Elementary School?
405 students attend Poplar Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Poplar Springs Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplar Springs Elementary School?
Poplar Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poplar Springs Elementary School offer ?
Poplar Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar Springs Elementary School part of?
Poplar Springs Elementary School is part of Meridian School District.
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