Serving 613 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Magnolia Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Magnolia Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Magnolia Park Elementary School's student population of 613 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
A great beginning to lifelong learning!
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Magnolia Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Magnolia Park Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#28 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
12%
45%
White
68%
40%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnolia Park Elementary School's ranking?
Magnolia Park Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Magnolia Park Elementary School often compared to?
Magnolia Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pecan Park Elementary School, Oak Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Magnolia Park Elementary School?
613 students attend Magnolia Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Magnolia Park Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magnolia Park Elementary School?
Magnolia Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Magnolia Park Elementary School offer ?
Magnolia Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magnolia Park Elementary School part of?
Magnolia Park Elementary School is part of Ocean Springs School District.
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