Serving 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Flora Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Flora Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
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Attribute
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Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Flora Elementary School's student population of 233 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
233 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
East Flora Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Flora Elementary School is 0.39, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#504 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
75%
47%
White
22%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Flora Elementary School's ranking?
East Flora Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Flora Elementary School often compared to?
East Flora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camden Elementary School, Ann Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Flora Elementary School?
233 students attend East Flora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Flora Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Flora Elementary School?
East Flora Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Flora Elementary School offer ?
East Flora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Flora Elementary School part of?
East Flora Elementary School is part of Madison Co School District.
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