Oak Grove Elementary School serves 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50% in MS)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 758 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
47%
45%
White
38%
40%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longleaf Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
758 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
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