Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hills Chapel School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hills Chapel School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Hills Chapel School's student population of 412 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Hills Chapel School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hills Chapel School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
1%
47%
White
95%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hills Chapel School's ranking?
Hills Chapel School is ranked #200 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Hills Chapel School often compared to?
Hills Chapel Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Elementary School, Corinth Elementary School, Alcorn Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Hills Chapel School?
412 students attend Hills Chapel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hills Chapel School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hills Chapel School?
Hills Chapel School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hills Chapel School offer ?
Hills Chapel School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hills Chapel School part of?
Hills Chapel School is part of Prentiss Co School District.
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