Very Good
#273 of 863 schools in MS
Top 32% in state
Based on limited data
Purvis Lower Elementary
Elementary School · LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
5976 US Highway 11, Purvis, MS 39475
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MS statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#273 of 863
In Purvis
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Purvis Lower Elementary
Purvis Lower Elementary is a public elementary school in Purvis, MS, part of LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Purvis Lower Elementary serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Purvis Lower Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Purvis Lower Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
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 Purvis Lower Elementary Compares
See how Purvis Lower Elementary 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
5976 US Highway 11, Purvis, MS 39475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Purvis Lower Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER (rated 9.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Lumberton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Hattiesburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Purvis, see our Purvis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PURVIS HIGH SCHOOL Purvis | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PURVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Purvis | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| PURVIS UPPER ELEMENTARY Purvis | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BASS MEMORIAL ACADEMY Lumberton | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| BASS CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lumberton | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| LAMAR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Purvis | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| DIXIE ATTENDANCE CENTER Hattiesburg | 8.5 mi | 9.2 |
| LUMBERTON ELEMENTARY Lumberton | 9.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LUMBERTON HIGH SCHOOL Lumberton | 9.7 mi | 7.9 |
| OAK GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 10.7 mi | 7.0 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY Hattiesburg | 11.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 11.2 mi | 7.8 |
| OAK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 12.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 12.0 mi | 4.3 |
| PRESBYTERIAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 12.2 mi | 6.2 |
| GRACE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 12.8 mi | — |
| BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL Lumberton | 11.5 mi | 8.6 |
| THAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 13.2 mi | 6.3 |
| N R BURGER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hattiesburg | 13.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HATTIESBURG STEAM ACADEMY Hattiesburg | 13.2 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,857
Median Home Value
$192,300
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
14,585
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRUCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruce, MS | 7.3 |
| HAZLEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hazlehurst, MS | 7.3 |
| MC NEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, MS | 7.3 |
| RICHLAND UPPER ELEMENTARY Richland, MS | 7.3 |
| SAND HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richton, MS | 7.3 |
| SUMMIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Summit, MS | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Purvis Lower Elementary
What grades does Purvis Lower Elementary serve?
Purvis Lower Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Purvis Lower Elementary?
Purvis Lower Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Purvis Lower Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Purvis Lower Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Purvis Lower Elementary rank in MS?
Purvis Lower Elementary ranks #273 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Purvis Lower Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Purvis Lower Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Purvis Lower Elementary a charter school?
No, Purvis Lower Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Purvis Lower Elementary a Title I school?
No, Purvis Lower Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Purvis Lower Elementary?
54.3% of students at Purvis Lower 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lamar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (601) 794-3302
Resources & Links
District
LAMAR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,498
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,188
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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