Very Good
#317 of 863 schools in MS
Top 37% in state
Based on limited data
Pearl Lower Elementary School
Elementary School · PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
160 MARY ANN DRIVE, Pearl, MS 39208
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#317 of 863
In Pearl
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Pearl Lower Elementary School
Pearl Lower Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pearl, MS, part of PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Pearl Lower Elementary School serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pearl Lower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
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 Pearl Lower Elementary School Compares
See how Pearl Lower Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
160 MARY ANN DRIVE, Pearl, MS 39208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pearl Lower Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROUSE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Brandon), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARACK H OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Jackson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pearl, see our Pearl schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEARL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pearl | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| PEARL UPPER SCHOOL Pearl | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pearl | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PEARL HIGH SCHOOL Pearl | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| COLLEGE DRIVE SDA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pearl | 1.2 mi | — |
| FAITH ACADEMY Pearl | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| JACKSON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Flowood | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CASEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ROUSE ELEMENTARY Brandon | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| MURRAH HIGH SCHOOL Jackson | 4.7 mi | 3.8 |
| IDA B. WELLS APAC SCHOOL Jackson | 4.7 mi | 5.8 |
| MS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Jackson | 5.0 mi | 4.6 |
| MS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Jackson | 5.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BARACK H OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
| RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY Richland | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| BAILEY MIDDLE APAC SCHOOL Jackson | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
| RICHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Richland | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| FLOWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Flowood | 5.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE EDUCATION CENTER, INC. D/B/A EDUCATION CENTER Jackson | 5.3 mi | 5.5 |
| SPANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jackson | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,878
Median Home Value
$173,900
Median Rent
$1,157/mo
Population
34,604
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEWISBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olive Branch, MS | 7.1 |
| MADISON CROSSING ELEMENTARY Madison, MS | 7.1 |
| NORTH WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARY AND MID Biloxi, MS | 7.1 |
| NORTHEAST LAUDERDALE ELEMENTARY Meridian, MS | 7.1 |
| North Pontotoc Elementary School Ecru, MS | 7.1 |
| SOUTH HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis, MS | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pearl Lower Elementary School
What grades does Pearl Lower Elementary School serve?
Pearl Lower Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Pearl Lower Elementary School?
Pearl Lower Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pearl Lower Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pearl Lower Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pearl Lower Elementary School rank in MS?
Pearl Lower Elementary School ranks #317 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Pearl Lower Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pearl Lower Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pearl Lower Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pearl Lower Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pearl Lower Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pearl Lower Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pearl Lower Elementary School?
65.9% of students at Pearl Lower 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rankin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (601) 932-7976
Resources & Links
District
PEARL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,190
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,831
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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