Excellent
#32 of 863 schools in MS
Top 4% in state
Lake Elementary School
Elementary School · PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT
4503 Willow Street, Pascagoula, MS 39567
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#32 of 863
In Pascagoula
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 17
PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Lake Elementary School
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About Lake Elementary School
Lake Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pascagoula, MS, part of PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lake Elementary School serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 88 students, Lake Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Lake Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
35% of students at Lake 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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Lake Elementary School — Students at Lake Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above 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 32 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Lake Elementary School Compares
See how Lake 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
4503 Willow Street, Pascagoula, MS 39567
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHEROKEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pascagoula, see our Pascagoula schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,792
Median Home Value
$136,500
Median Rent
$917/mo
Population
10,300
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach, MS | 9.0 |
| WEST CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Bluff, MS | 8.7 |
| CAMDEN ELEMENTARY Camden, MS | 9.2 |
| FRENCH CAMP ELEM SCHOOL French Camp, MS | 9.2 |
| BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 9.4 |
| PRESBYTERIAN DAY SCHOOL Clarksdale, MS | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Elementary School
What grades does Lake Elementary School serve?
Lake Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Lake Elementary School?
Lake Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Elementary School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Elementary School rank in MS?
Lake Elementary School ranks #32 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Lake Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Lake Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lake Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lake Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lake Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Lake 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 88
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Jackson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (228) 938-6422
Resources & Links
District
PASCAGOULA-GAUTIER SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,501
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,771
- District Rank
- #5 of 17
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