Serving 524 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hancock Elementary School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Hancock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Hancock Elementary School's student population of 524 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Hancock Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Hancock Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
20%
47%
White
71%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hancock Elementary School's ranking?
South Hancock Elementary School is ranked #364 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Hancock Elementary School often compared to?
South Hancock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock North Central Elementary School, East Hancock Elementary School, Pass Christian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend South Hancock Elementary School?
524 students attend South Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of South Hancock Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Hancock Elementary School?
South Hancock Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Hancock Elementary School offer ?
South Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Hancock Elementary School part of?
South Hancock Elementary School is part of Hancock Co School Dist School District.
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