Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Hancock Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hancock Elementary School serves the northern part of Picayune, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 101.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest distances reaching up to 12 miles from the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hancock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Hancock Elementary School's student population of 349 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Hancock Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hancock Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#176 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-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 West Hancock Elementary School's ranking?
West Hancock Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Hancock Elementary School often compared to?
West Hancock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Side Lower Elementary School, Poplarville Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Hancock Elementary School?
349 students attend West Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Hancock Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hancock Elementary School?
West Hancock Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Hancock Elementary School offer ?
West Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hancock Elementary School part of?
West Hancock Elementary School is part of Hancock School District.
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