Serving 377 students in grades 3-5, Purvis Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 18% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purvis Upper Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Purvis Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purvis Upper Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#324 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
9%
45%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purvis Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Purvis Upper Elementary School is ranked #324 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Purvis Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Purvis Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sumrall Elementary School, Purvis High School, Purvis Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Purvis Upper Elementary School?
377 students attend Purvis Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Purvis Upper Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purvis Upper Elementary School?
Purvis Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Purvis Upper Elementary School offer ?
Purvis Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purvis Upper Elementary School part of?
Purvis Upper Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
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