Houston Lower Elementary School serves 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Houston Lower Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Houston Lower Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
41%
47%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Houston Lower Elementary School?
483 students attend Houston Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Houston Lower Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houston Lower Elementary School?
Houston Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Houston Lower Elementary School offer ?
Houston Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Houston Lower Elementary School part of?
Houston Lower Elementary School is part of Chickasaw County School District.
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