Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-6, River Oaks 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 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Oaks Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
River Oaks 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 River Oaks Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#448 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
River Oaks Elementary School is ranked #448 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are River Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
River Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Rivers Elementary School, Anniston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend River Oaks Elementary School?
487 students attend River Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of River Oaks Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Oaks Elementary School?
River Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does River Oaks Elementary School offer ?
River Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Oaks Elementary School part of?
River Oaks Elementary School is part of Harrison County School District.
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