Serving 333 students in grades 4-5, Vancleave Upper 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 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vancleave Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vancleave Upper Elementary School's student population of 333 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vancleave Upper 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 Upper Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#137 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
2%
45%
White
85%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vancleave Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School is ranked #137 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?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Vancleave Upper Elementary School?
333 students attend Vancleave Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Vancleave Upper Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vancleave Upper Elementary School?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vancleave Upper Elementary School offer ?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vancleave Upper Elementary School part of?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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