Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Southeast 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Lauderdale Elementary serves the southeast part of Meridian, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 151.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Elementary School's student population of 562 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will educate all students so they can become competent contributing members of society.
School Rankings
Southeast Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#271 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Elementary School's ranking?
Southeast Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Southeast Elementary School often compared to?
Southeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lauderdale Elementary School, Poplar Springs Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Southeast Elementary School?
562 students attend Southeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Southeast Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Elementary School?
Southeast Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Elementary School offer ?
Southeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Elementary School part of?
Southeast Elementary School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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