Poplarville Lower Elementary School serves 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Attendance Zone: Poplarville Lower Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Poplarville school district, encompassing approximately 493.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 14.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching 19.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poplarville Lower Elementary School's student population of 521 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
521 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 Motto
The mission of the Poplarville School District is to serve all students by providing a high-quality education in a safe learning environment.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Poplarville Lower Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)23.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 schools are Poplarville Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Poplarville Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hancock Elementary School, South Side Lower Elementary School, West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Poplarville Lower Elementary School?
521 students attend Poplarville Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Poplarville Lower Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplarville Lower Elementary School?
Poplarville Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poplarville Lower Elementary School offer ?
Poplarville Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplarville Lower Elementary School part of?
Poplarville Lower Elementary School is part of Poplarville School District.
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