Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Eastlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eastlawn Elementary School's student population of 337 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at Eastlawn is to provide a learning environment in which every child develops skills in reading, writing, thinking and calculating and the arts to his/her ultimate potential which provide a base for developing values, life skills, and creativ
School Rankings
Eastlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastlawn Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#351 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
18%
7%
Black
34%
45%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pascagoula-Gautier School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Eastlawn Elementary School is ranked #351 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Eastlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Eastlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Eastlawn Elementary School?
337 students attend Eastlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Eastlawn Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastlawn Elementary School?
Eastlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastlawn Elementary School offer ?
Eastlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastlawn Elementary School part of?
Eastlawn Elementary School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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