Pearl River Elementary School serves 465 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 24%
- Reading Proficiency: 17%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Pearl River Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pearl River Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)24%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)17%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
n/a
47%
White
n/a
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MS state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl River Elementary School?
465 students attend Pearl River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pearl River Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearl River Elementary School?
Pearl River Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl River Elementary School offer ?
Pearl River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pearl River Elementary School part of?
Pearl River Elementary School is part of Pearl River Elementary School District.
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