Very Good
#306 of 863 schools in MS
Top 35% in state
South Hancock Elementary School
Elementary School · HANCOCK CO SCHOOL DIST
6590 Lakeshore Road, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#306 of 863
In Bay St. Louis
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
HANCOCK CO SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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South Hancock Elementary School
Elementary School in Bay St. Louis · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Hancock Elementary School
South Hancock Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bay St. Louis, MS, part of HANCOCK CO SCHOOL DIST. South Hancock Elementary School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
South Hancock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #306 of 863 schools in MS. Structured state assessment records for South Hancock Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
South Hancock Elementary School 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.
36% of students at South Hancock 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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South Hancock Elementary School — Students at South Hancock Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 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: 8.3/10.
How South Hancock Elementary School Compares
See how South Hancock 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
6590 Lakeshore Road, Bay St. Louis, MS 39520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Hancock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 7.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Pass Christian), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Long Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay St. Louis, see our Bay St. Louis schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waveland | 4.6 mi | 7.7 |
| DOMINION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, INC. Bay St. Louis | 6.3 mi | — |
| HANCOCK HIGH SCHOOL Kiln | 7.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HANCOCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Kiln | 7.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BAY HIGH SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 6.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Bay Waveland Middle School Bay St. Louis | 7.0 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 7.1 mi | 9.1 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bay St. Louis | 7.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST STANISLAUS Bay St. Louis | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| OUR LADY ACADEMY Bay St. Louis | 7.6 mi | 6.5 |
| EAST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kiln | 10.1 mi | 8.2 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Pass Christian | 11.4 mi | 7.4 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian | 12.0 mi | 6.6 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN MIDDLE Pass Christian | 12.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DELISLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 13.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HANCOCK NORTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Kiln | 16.2 mi | 8.5 |
| PINEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pass Christian | 15.1 mi | 9.0 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach | 15.1 mi | 6.6 |
| WEST HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Picayune | 17.6 mi | 8.0 |
| COAST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Long Beach | 15.7 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,139
Median Home Value
$202,600
Median Rent
$1,067/mo
Population
15,471
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
48.8
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|---|---|
| COLLEGE PARK ELEM Gautier, MS | 7.1 |
| LEWISBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olive Branch, MS | 7.1 |
| POPLARVILLE UPPER ELEMENTARY SCH Poplarville, MS | 7.1 |
| WILLIAM DEAN JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lexington, MS | 7.1 |
| AKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Greenville, MS | 7.0 |
| ALCORN CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen, MS | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Hancock Elementary School
What grades does South Hancock Elementary School serve?
South Hancock Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend South Hancock Elementary School?
South Hancock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Hancock Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Hancock Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Hancock Elementary School rank in MS?
South Hancock Elementary School ranks #306 of 863 schools in MS.
What is South Hancock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Hancock 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.
What are the test scores at South Hancock Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Hancock Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South Hancock Elementary School a charter school?
No, South Hancock Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Hancock Elementary School a Title I school?
No, South Hancock Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Hancock Elementary School?
70.9% of students at South Hancock 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Hancock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (228) 467-4655
Resources & Links
District
HANCOCK CO SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 4,011
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,907
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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