Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Hancock 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 48% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: South Hancock Elementary School serves the southern part of Bay Saint Louis, MS, covering an area of approximately 231.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point being about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Hancock Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
South Hancock 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 South Hancock Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#405 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
64%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #405 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 School, Pass Christian Elementary School, East Hancock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend South Hancock Elementary School?
480 students attend South Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of South Hancock Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does South Hancock Elementary School offer ?
South Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Hancock Elementary School part of?
South Hancock Elementary School is part of Hancock School District.
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