Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilkins 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilkins Elementary School serves the southwest part of Jackson, MS, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilkins Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
At Jackson Public Schools, we develop scholars through world-class learning experiences to attain an exceptional knowledge base, critical and relevant skill sets, and the necessary dispositions for great success.
School Rankings
Wilkins 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 Wilkins Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#651 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
94%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
40%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
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 Wilkins Elementary School's ranking?
Wilkins Elementary School is ranked #651 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Wilkins Elementary School?
434 students attend Wilkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Wilkins Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkins Elementary School?
Wilkins Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkins Elementary School offer ?
Wilkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkins Elementary School part of?
Wilkins Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
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