Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grace Christian Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grace Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Grace Christian Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Grace Christian Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace Christian Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#224 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
89%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
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 Grace Christian Elementary School's ranking?
Grace Christian Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Grace Christian Elementary School often compared to?
Grace Christian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawkins Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Grace Christian Elementary School?
345 students attend Grace Christian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Grace Christian Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace Christian Elementary School?
Grace Christian Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grace Christian Elementary School offer ?
Grace Christian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grace Christian Elementary School part of?
Grace Christian Elementary School is part of Hattiesburg Public School District.
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