Pearl River Elementary School serves 413 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Math Proficiency: 33%
- Reading Proficiency: 23%
- Science Proficiency: 20-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearl River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pearl River Elementary School's student population of 413 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pearl River Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
100%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pearl River Elementary School?
413 students attend Pearl River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pearl River Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearl River Elementary School?
Pearl River Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearl River Elementary School offer ?
Pearl River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pearl River Elementary School part of?
Pearl River Elementary School is part of Pearl River Elementary School District.
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