Hills Chapel School

Hills Chapel School serves 412 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in rural Booneville, Mississippi. This regular public elementary school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1 with 36 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. Academically, Hills Chapel School performs solidly, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranking in the 75th percentile statewide at #221 out of 865 Mississippi schools.

The school demonstrates particular strength in English Language Arts and reading, with 55% of students scoring proficient or above across grade levels. Mathematics achievement shows room for growth, with 46% of students reaching proficiency standards. The school draws from a community where the median household income is $51,013 and the median home value is $118,200.

About 20% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the local poverty rate stands at 16%. Hills Chapel School's rural Prentiss County location provides students with a close-knit educational environment, where the smaller class sizes and community atmosphere can foster strong relationships between students, families, and educators in this pastoral Mississippi setting.

Located in a rural area, Hills Chapel School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.