East Central Lower Elementary School serves 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Central Lower Elementary School's student population of 567 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Raising the standard'
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Central Lower Elementary School is 0.19, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
3%
45%
White
90%
40%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are East Central Lower Elementary School often compared to?
East Central Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vancleave Lower Elementary School, St. Martin East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend East Central Lower Elementary School?
567 students attend East Central Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Central Lower Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Central Lower Elementary School?
East Central Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Central Lower Elementary School offer ?
East Central Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Central Lower Elementary School part of?
East Central Lower Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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