Serving 432 students in grades 3-5, Poplarville Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Poplarville Upper Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Poplarville school district, encompassing approximately 493.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 19.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poplarville Upper Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poplarville Upper 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 Poplarville Upper Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#387 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
6%
45%
White
85%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplarville Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Poplarville Upper Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Poplarville Upper Elementary School?
432 students attend Poplarville Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Poplarville Upper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplarville Upper Elementary School?
Poplarville Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Poplarville Upper Elementary School offer ?
Poplarville Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplarville Upper Elementary School part of?
Poplarville Upper Elementary School is part of Poplarville School District.
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