Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Eva Gordon Lower 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eva Gordon Lower 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 Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#627 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
83%
47%
White
13%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
8%
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 Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School is ranked #627 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School often compared to?
Eva Gordon Lower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osyka Elementary School, Kennedy Elementary School, North Pike Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School?
352 students attend Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School students are Black, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School?
Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School offer ?
Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School part of?
Eva Gordon Lower Elementary School is part of South Pike School District.
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