Serving 636 students in grades 3-4, Petal Elementary 3-4 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petal Elementary 3-4 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Petal Elementary 3-4's student population of 636 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Petal Elementary 3-4 ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petal Elementary 3-4 is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#61 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
16%
45%
White
69%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petal Elementary 3-4's ranking?
Petal Elementary 3-4 is ranked #61 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Petal Elementary 3-4?
636 students attend Petal Elementary 3-4.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Petal Elementary 3-4 students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petal Elementary 3-4?
Petal Elementary 3-4 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Petal Elementary 3-4 offer ?
Petal Elementary 3-4 offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Petal Elementary 3-4 part of?
Petal Elementary 3-4 is part of Petal School District.
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