Serving 383 students in grades 6, Lovett Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lovett Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Lovett 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 Lovett Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#110 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
60%
47%
White
30%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Lovett Elementary School's ranking?
Lovett Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lovett Elementary School often compared to?
Lovett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mclaurin Elementary School, Bentonia Gibbs School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lovett Elementary School?
383 students attend Lovett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lovett Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lovett Elementary School?
Lovett Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lovett Elementary School offer ?
Lovett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lovett Elementary School part of?
Lovett Elementary School is part of Clinton Public School District.
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