Needs Improvement
#856 of 863 schools in MS
Bates Elementary School
Elementary School · JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
3180 McDowell Road Ext, Jackson, MS 39212
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#856 of 863
In Jackson
#55 of 55
public schools
In district
#46 of 46
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Bates Elementary School
Bates Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jackson, MS, part of JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bates Elementary School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Bates Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #856 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Bates Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Bates Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bates Elementary School — Students at Bates Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.
How Bates Elementary School Compares
See how Bates Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3180 McDowell Road Ext, Jackson, MS 39212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bates Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ambition Preparatory Charter School (rated 6.9/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW VINEYARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER (rated 6.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARDOZO MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| E. E. ROGERS SDA SCHOOL Jackson | 0.8 mi | — |
| FOREST HILL HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| VAN WINKLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| OAK FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| WINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| TIMBERLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| WILKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.1 mi | 3.7 |
| CLAUSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.5 mi | 4.6 |
| HILLCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jackson | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| KEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| PEEPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL Jackson | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Ambition Preparatory Charter School Jackson | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.3 mi | 2.7 |
| REIMAGINE PREP Jackson | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| RAINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 3.9 mi | 2.6 |
| NEW VINEYARD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER Jackson | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,300
Median Home Value
$105,500
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
26,899
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
35.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 2.5 |
| DANA ROAD ELEMENTARY Vicksburg, MS | 2.3 |
| IDA GREENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Belzoni, MS | 2.5 |
| SYKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 2.7 |
| GEO H OLIVER VISUAL/PERF. ARTS Clarksdale, MS | 2.0 |
| OAK FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bates Elementary School
What grades does Bates Elementary School serve?
Bates Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bates Elementary School?
Bates Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bates Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bates Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bates Elementary School rank in MS?
Bates Elementary School ranks #856 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Bates Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bates Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bates Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bates Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Bates Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bates Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bates Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bates Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bates Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Bates Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hinds County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (601) 346-1412
Resources & Links
District
JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,747
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,713
- District Rank
- #46 of 46
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