Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West Lauderdale 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 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 24% 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: 761 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lauderdale Elementary School serves the northwest part of Meridian, MS, covering an area of approximately 139.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lauderdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Lauderdale Elementary School's student population of 761 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
761 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Serve, Lead, Inspire
School Rankings
West Lauderdale 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 Lauderdale Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#166 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-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 Lauderdale Elementary School's ranking?
West Lauderdale Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Lauderdale Elementary School often compared to?
West Lauderdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkdale Elementary School, Northeast Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Lauderdale Elementary School?
761 students attend West Lauderdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of West Lauderdale Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lauderdale Elementary School?
West Lauderdale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lauderdale Elementary School offer ?
West Lauderdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lauderdale Elementary School part of?
West Lauderdale Elementary School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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