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Vancleave Upper Elementary School

13901 Hwy 57
Vancleave, MS 39565
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Top 20%
Serving 345 students in grades 4-5, Vancleave Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 345 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 20% in MS
  • : 66% (Top 30%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Vancleave Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Vancleave Upper Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Vancleave Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vancleave Upper Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MS)
#137 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
66%
52%
57%
42%
90-94%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
2%
47%
White
91%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Vancleave Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Vancleave Upper Elementary School?
345 students attend Vancleave Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Vancleave Upper Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vancleave Upper Elementary School?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vancleave Upper Elementary School offer ?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vancleave Upper Elementary School part of?
Vancleave Upper Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 4-5
  • Enrollment: 345 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 66% (Top 30%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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