Nora Davis Elementary School serves 519 students in grades 2-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nora Davis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Nora Davis Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nora Davis Elementary School is 0.31, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
15%
7%
Black
82%
45%
White
1%
40%
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nora Davis Elementary School?
519 students attend Nora Davis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Nora Davis Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nora Davis Elementary School?
Nora Davis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Nora Davis Elementary School offer ?
Nora Davis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Nora Davis Elementary School part of?
Nora Davis Elementary School is part of Laurel School District.
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