Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-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 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- 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 657 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
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 0.61. 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
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
2%
47%
White
85%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 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?
657 students attend Vancleave Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Vancleave Lower Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vancleave Lower Elementary School?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vancleave Lower Elementary School offer ?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vancleave Lower Elementary School part of?
Vancleave Lower Elementary School is part of Jackson Co School District.
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