Below Average
#723 of 863 schools in MS
Based on limited data
Hope Sullivan Elementary School
Elementary School · DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST
7985 SOUTHAVEN CIRCLE W, Southaven, MS 38671
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#723 of 863
In Southaven
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#29 of 39
DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST
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Hope Sullivan Elementary School
Elementary School in Southaven · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hope Sullivan Elementary School
Hope Sullivan Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southaven, MS, part of DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST. Hope Sullivan Elementary School serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Sullivan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #723 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Hope Sullivan 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
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 Hope Sullivan Elementary School Compares
See how Hope Sullivan 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
7985 SOUTHAVEN CIRCLE W, Southaven, MS 38671
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hope Sullivan Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Southaven, see our Southaven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Southaven | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL Southaven | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| HORN LAKE ELEM Horn Lake | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| HORN LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Horn Lake | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Havenview Middle Memphis | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| SOUTHAVEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southaven | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SHADOW OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horn Lake | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| City University School Girls Preparatory Memphis | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| City University School of Independence Memphis | 2.9 mi | — |
| HORN LAKE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horn Lake | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| GREENBROOK BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Southaven | 2.5 mi | — |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 2.9 mi | 2.1 |
| GREENBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38671 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,744
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
37,070
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
33.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AGRICOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lucedale, MS | 4.5 |
| NEWTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newton, MS | 4.5 |
| WAYNE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waynesboro, MS | 4.5 |
| WAYNESBORO RIVERVIEW ELE SCHOOL Waynesboro, MS | 4.5 |
| CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olive Branch, MS | 4.7 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, MS | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hope Sullivan Elementary School
What grades does Hope Sullivan Elementary School serve?
Hope Sullivan Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Hope Sullivan Elementary School?
Hope Sullivan Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Sullivan Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hope Sullivan Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hope Sullivan Elementary School rank in MS?
Hope Sullivan Elementary School ranks #723 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Hope Sullivan Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hope Sullivan Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hope Sullivan Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hope Sullivan Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hope Sullivan Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hope Sullivan Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hope Sullivan Elementary School?
74.1% of students at Hope Sullivan 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeSoto County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (662) 393-2919
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 34,819
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,525
- District Rank
- #29 of 39
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