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#586 of 863 schools in MS
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East Central Lower Elementary
Elementary School · JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST
5500 Hurley Wade Road, Moss Point, MS 39562
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#586 of 863
In Moss Point
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST
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East Central Lower Elementary
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About East Central Lower Elementary
East Central Lower Elementary is a public elementary school in Moss Point, MS, part of JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST. East Central Lower Elementary serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East Central Lower Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #586 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
East Central Lower Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How East Central Lower Elementary Compares
See how East Central Lower Elementary 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
5500 Hurley Wade Road, Moss Point, MS 39562
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Central Lower Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hutchens Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. Another option is VANCLEAVE LOWER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Vancleave), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taylor White Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Mobile), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moss Point, see our Moss Point schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Hurley | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Hurley | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| EAST CENTRAL UPPER ELEMENTARY Moss Point | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Tanner Williams Elementary School Wilmer | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
| AGRICOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lucedale | 11.1 mi | 4.5 |
| VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY Vancleave | 12.9 mi | 8.1 |
| VANCLEAVE LOWER ELEMENTARY Vancleave | 13.7 mi | 8.4 |
| VANCLEAVE HIGH SCHOOL Vancleave | 13.8 mi | 5.9 |
| VANCLEAVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Vancleave | 13.9 mi | 7.0 |
| MOSS POINT ESCATAWPA UPPER ELEM Moss Point | 15.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Breitling Elementary School Grand Bay | 14.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Taylor White Elementary School Mobile | 13.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Dawes Intermediate School Mobile | 13.7 mi | 8.0 |
| GEORGE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Lucedale | 15.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Hutchens Elementary School Mobile | 14.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Elsie Collier Elementary School Mobile | 14.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Cora Castlen Elementary Grand Bay | 15.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Grand Bay Middle School Grand Bay | 15.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Allentown Elementary School Semmes | 14.9 mi | 6.9 |
| MOSS POINT HIGH SCHOOL Moss Point | 16.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,602
Median Home Value
$158,100
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
17,142
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
46.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GARY ROAD ELEMENTARY Jackson, MS | 5.6 |
| SOUTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY Meridian, MS | 5.6 |
| VICKSBURG INTERMEDIATE Vicksburg, MS | 5.6 |
| BYHALIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-4) Byhalia, MS | 5.5 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY Crystal Springs, MS | 5.5 |
| GARY ROAD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Byram, MS | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Central Lower Elementary
What grades does East Central Lower Elementary serve?
East Central Lower Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend East Central Lower Elementary?
East Central Lower Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Central Lower Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at East Central Lower Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Central Lower Elementary rank in MS?
East Central Lower Elementary ranks #586 of 863 schools in MS.
What is East Central Lower Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
East Central Lower Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is East Central Lower Elementary a charter school?
No, East Central Lower Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Central Lower Elementary a Title I school?
No, East Central Lower Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Central Lower Elementary?
55.2% of students at East Central Lower Elementary 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 601
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (228) 283-3300
Resources & Links
District
JACKSON CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 8,936
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,899
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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