Serving 337 students in grades 3-6, Pierce Street 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 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierce Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pierce Street Elementary School's student population of 337 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Pierce Street 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 Pierce Street Elementary School is 0.62, which is more 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
#248 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
50%
47%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Pierce Street Elementary School's ranking?
Pierce Street Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pierce Street Elementary School often compared to?
Pierce Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lawhon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pierce Street Elementary School?
337 students attend Pierce Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pierce Street Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 9% 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 Pierce Street Elementary School?
Pierce Street Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pierce Street Elementary School offer ?
Pierce Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierce Street Elementary School part of?
Pierce Street Elementary School is part of Tupelo Public School District.
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