Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, St. Martin East Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Martin East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
St. Martin East Elementary School's student population of 704 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Martin East Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Martin East Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#176 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
14%
45%
White
61%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Martin East Elementary School's ranking?
St. Martin East Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin East Elementary School often compared to?
St. Martin East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin North Elementary School, Vancleave Lower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend St. Martin East Elementary School?
704 students attend St. Martin East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of St. Martin East Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Martin East Elementary School?
St. Martin East Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Martin East Elementary School offer ?
St. Martin East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin East Elementary School part of?
St. Martin East Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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