Serving 40 students in grades 4-5, Wells Apac Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: POWER APAC School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jackson, MS, encompassing approximately 106.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.9 miles, and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Apac Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Apac Elementary School's student population of 40 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wells Apac Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wells Apac Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#81 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
67%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 Wells Apac Elementary School's ranking?
Wells Apac Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Wells Apac Elementary School often compared to?
Wells Apac Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bailey Apac Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Wells Apac Elementary School?
40 students attend Wells Apac Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Wells Apac Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Apac Elementary School?
Wells Apac Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wells Apac Elementary School offer ?
Wells Apac Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Apac Elementary School part of?
Wells Apac Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
In what neighborhood is Wells Apac Elementary School located?
Wells Apac Elementary School is located in the Belhaven neighborhood of Jackson, MS. There are 4 other public schools located in Belhaven.
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