Serving 386 students in grades 3-5, Purvis Upper 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 48% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purvis Upper Elementary School's student population of 386 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Purvis Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purvis Upper Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#280 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
11%
47%
White
81%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Purvis Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Purvis Upper Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Purvis Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Purvis Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Purvis Middle School, Sumrall Elementary School, Purvis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Purvis Upper Elementary School?
386 students attend Purvis Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Purvis Upper Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purvis Upper Elementary School?
Purvis Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Purvis Upper Elementary School offer ?
Purvis Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purvis Upper Elementary School part of?
Purvis Upper Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
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