Below Average
#705 of 863 schools in MS
Based on limited data
Horn Lake Elem
Elementary School · DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST
6341 RIDGEWOOD RD, Horn Lake, MS 38637
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#705 of 863
In Horn Lake
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#25 of 39
DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST
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Horn Lake Elem
Elementary School in Horn Lake · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Horn Lake Elem
Horn Lake Elem is a public elementary school in Horn Lake, MS, part of DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST. Horn Lake Elem serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Horn Lake Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Horn Lake Elem 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
79.4%
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 Horn Lake Elem Compares
See how Horn Lake Elem 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
6341 RIDGEWOOD RD, Horn Lake, MS 38637
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horn Lake Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitehaven Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle (rated 6.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Memphis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Southaven), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Horn Lake, see our Horn Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HORN LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Horn Lake | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| SHADOW OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horn Lake | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| HORN LAKE HIGH Horn Lake | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HORN LAKE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horn Lake | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| SOUTHAVEN ELEMENTARY Southaven | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTHAVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Southaven | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| SOUTHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL Southaven | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| J. P. Freeman Elementary/Middle Memphis | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Holmes Road Elementary Memphis | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTHAVEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southaven | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Fairley High School Memphis | 4.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Havenview Middle Memphis | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Oakshire Elementary Memphis | 4.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Whitehaven High Memphis | 4.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Freedom Preparatory Academy Flagship Memphis | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Whitehaven Elementary Memphis | 4.5 mi | 6.5 |
| GREENBROOK BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Southaven | 4.0 mi | — |
| GREENBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven | 4.0 mi | 4.9 |
| City University School Of Liberal Arts Memphis | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,847
Median Home Value
$158,900
Median Rent
$1,293/mo
Population
26,622
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olive Branch, MS | 4.7 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, MS | 4.7 |
| MANNSDALE ELEMENTARY Madison, MS | 4.7 |
| STRAYHORN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarah, MS | 4.7 |
| SUSIE B WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Natchez, MS | 4.7 |
| HOPE SULLIVAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southaven, MS | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horn Lake Elem
What grades does Horn Lake Elem serve?
Horn Lake Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Horn Lake Elem?
Horn Lake Elem has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horn Lake Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Horn Lake Elem is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horn Lake Elem rank in MS?
Horn Lake Elem ranks #705 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Horn Lake Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Horn Lake Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Horn Lake Elem a charter school?
No, Horn Lake Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horn Lake Elem a Title I school?
No, Horn Lake Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horn Lake Elem?
79.4% of students at Horn Lake Elem 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
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeSoto County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (662) 393-4608
Resources & Links
District
DESOTO CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 34,819
- Schools in District
- 42
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,525
- District Rank
- #25 of 39
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