Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pelahatchie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pelahatchie Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Pelahatchie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelahatchie Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#398 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
18%
47%
White
71%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelahatchie Elementary School's ranking?
Pelahatchie Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pelahatchie Elementary School often compared to?
Pelahatchie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pisgah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pelahatchie Elementary School?
399 students attend Pelahatchie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Pelahatchie Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pelahatchie Elementary School?
Pelahatchie Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pelahatchie Elementary School offer ?
Pelahatchie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelahatchie Elementary School part of?
Pelahatchie Elementary School is part of Rankin Co School District.
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