Lockard Elementary School

Lockard Elementary School serves kindergarten through third grade students in Indianola, a remote town in Sunflower County, Mississippi. The school educates 382 students with 27 full-time equivalent teachers, maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 14.1 to 1, which allows for meaningful individual attention in the early grades. Academically, Lockard performs solidly compared to Mississippi schools, ranking in the 79th percentile statewide (#182 out of 865 schools) with a MySchoolScout Rating of 7.0 out of 10.

In mathematics, 54% of students score at or above proficiency levels, reflecting relative strength in numeracy skills. English language arts and reading show 45% proficiency across grade levels, indicating an area where many students are developing foundational literacy skills. The school's academic score of 7.1 out of 10 reflects its position as a performing school focused on building strong fundamentals in young learners.

Located at 302 College Avenue, Lockard Elementary serves as an important educational anchor in its rural community. The manageable class sizes typical of the K-3 configuration, combined with the school's dedicated staff, create an environment where early elementary instruction can be personalized to individual student needs. For families in the Indianola area seeking a public elementary school, Lockard offers a stable, community-rooted option for their youngest learners.