Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rowan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rowan Elementary School is centrally located in Hattiesburg, MS, serving an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rowan Elementary School's student population of 425 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Motto
Built to L.E.A.D.! We... Love learning, Excel in all we do, Achieve goals together, Do what is right.
School Rankings
Rowan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowan Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#229 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
90%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowan Elementary School's ranking?
Rowan Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Rowan Elementary School often compared to?
Rowan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thames Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Rowan Elementary School?
425 students attend Rowan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rowan Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowan Elementary School?
Rowan Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rowan Elementary School offer ?
Rowan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rowan Elementary School part of?
Rowan Elementary School is part of Hattiesburg School District.
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