Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Northeast Elementary School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast Elementary School's student population of 730 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
We will educate all students so they can become competent contributing members of society.
School Rankings
Northeast 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 Northeast Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#391 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
61%
45%
White
28%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lauderdale County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Elementary School's ranking?
Northeast Elementary School is ranked #391 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northeast Elementary School often compared to?
Northeast Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lauderdale Elementary School, Northeast Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Northeast Elementary School?
730 students attend Northeast Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Northeast Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Elementary School?
Northeast Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northeast Elementary School offer ?
Northeast Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Elementary School part of?
Northeast Elementary School is part of Lauderdale County School District.
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