Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Perry 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Perry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
South Perry Elementary School's student population of 229 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Perry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Perry Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#526 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
35%
47%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Perry Elementary School's ranking?
South Perry Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are South Perry Elementary School often compared to?
South Perry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richton Elementary School, Sand Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend South Perry Elementary School?
229 students attend South Perry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Perry Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Perry Elementary School?
South Perry Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Perry Elementary School offer ?
South Perry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Perry Elementary School part of?
South Perry Elementary School is part of Perry Co School Dist School District.
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