Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Lockard Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lockard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lockard Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Navy and Khaki
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lockard 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 Lockard Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
92%
45%
White
2%
40%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lockard Elementary School's ranking?
Lockard Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lockard Elementary School?
393 students attend Lockard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lockard Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lockard Elementary School?
Lockard Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lockard Elementary School offer ?
Lockard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lockard Elementary School part of?
Lockard Elementary School is part of Sunflower County Consolidated School District.
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