Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Vancleave Lower Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vancleave Lower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Vancleave Lower Elementary School's student population of 686 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vancleave Lower Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vancleave Lower Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#148 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
3%
45%
White
85%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 is Vancleave Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Vancleave Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Vancleave Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Vancleave Lower Elementary School?
686 students attend Vancleave Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Vancleave Lower Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vancleave Lower Elementary School?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vancleave Lower Elementary School offer ?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vancleave Lower Elementary School part of?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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