Shirley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shirley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shirley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
93%
47%
White
3%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirley Elementary School's ranking?
Shirley Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Shirley Elementary School?
280 students attend Shirley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Shirley Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Shirley Elementary School offer ?
Shirley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shirley Elementary School part of?
Shirley Elementary School is part of Jackson Public School District.
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