Serving 665 students in grades 5-6, Petal Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petal Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Petal Upper Elementary School's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Petal Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petal Upper Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#60 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
18%
47%
White
72%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Petal Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Petal Upper Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Petal Upper Elementary School?
665 students attend Petal Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Petal Upper Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petal Upper Elementary School?
Petal Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Petal Upper Elementary School offer ?
Petal Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Petal Upper Elementary School part of?
Petal Upper Elementary School is part of Petal School District.
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