Excellent
#104 of 863 schools in MS
Top 12% in state
Based on limited data
Oak Grove Elementary
Elementary School · LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
70 Leaf Lane, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#104 of 863
In Hattiesburg
#7 of 18
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Oak Grove Elementary
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About Oak Grove Elementary
Oak Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Hattiesburg, MS, part of LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Oak Grove Elementary serves approximately 747 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Grove Elementary show 65% math proficiency (2025 MAAP) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 MAAP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Oak Grove Elementary — Students at Oak Grove Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 7 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
How Oak Grove Elementary Compares
See how Oak Grove Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
70 Leaf Lane, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 7.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hattiesburg, see our Hattiesburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| OAK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 2.1 mi | — |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY Hattiesburg | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| THAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 5.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 6.0 mi | — |
| WOODLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.2 mi | 8.8 |
| RAWLS SPRINGS ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 7.0 mi | 7.9 |
| BENEDICT DAY SCHOOL Sumrall | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.5 mi | 8.1 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.4 mi | 4.3 |
| HAWKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 6.9 mi | 7.9 |
| HATTIESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 7.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ROWAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 7.3 mi | 8.9 |
| N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 7.4 mi | 6.7 |
| HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 7.5 mi | 8.7 |
| LAMAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Purvis | 8.9 mi | 4.9 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 8.1 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,254
Median Home Value
$255,400
Median Rent
$1,183/mo
Population
43,756
College Educated
45.6%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kiln, MS | 8.2 |
| LEWISBURG INTERMEDIATE Olive Branch, MS | 8.2 |
| Pearl River Elementary School Choctaw, MS | 8.2 |
| SUMRALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sumrall, MS | 8.2 |
| WINONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winona, MS | 8.2 |
| EASTSIDE ELEM Clinton, MS | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Grove Elementary
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary serve?
Oak Grove Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary?
Oak Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 747 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elementary is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Grove Elementary rank in MS?
Oak Grove Elementary ranks #104 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Oak Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Oak Grove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Grove Elementary has 65% math proficiency (2025 MAAP) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 MAAP).
Is Oak Grove Elementary a charter school?
No, Oak Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Grove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oak Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Grove Elementary?
55.6% of students at Oak Grove Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 747
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Lamar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (601) 264-9764
Resources & Links
District
LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,498
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,188
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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