Serving 234 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 35-39% (which is lower 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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Beaumont Elementary School serves the eastern part of Beaumont, MS, covering an area of approximately 101.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Perry Elementary School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence for All
School Rankings
South Perry 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 Perry Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#580 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
32%
45%
White
48%
40%
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #580 out of 795 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 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 South Perry Elementary School?
234 students attend South Perry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of South Perry Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Perry Elementary School?
South Perry Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Perry Elementary School part of?
South Perry Elementary School is part of Perry County School District.
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