Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lizana Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lizana 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
Lizana Elementary School's student population of 393 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Acting as facilitators of student learning in a vibrant community with a student-centered focus on the standards will allow our students to grow into confident, self-motivated learners.
School Rankings
Lizana Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lizana Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#7 out of 795 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
5%
45%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Harrison County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lizana Elementary School's ranking?
Lizana Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Lizana Elementary School often compared to?
Lizana Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayou View Elementary School, Lyman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Lizana Elementary School?
393 students attend Lizana Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lizana Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lizana Elementary School?
Lizana Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lizana Elementary School offer ?
Lizana Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lizana Elementary School part of?
Lizana Elementary School is part of Harrison County School District.
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