Perkinston Elementary School

Perkinston Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
40 2nd St,  Perkinston, MS
Stone County School District
3.4
536 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Rebecca Puckett
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
56%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
56%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
36
Full Time Teachers
36
Teachers in First or Second Year
26.7%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
68%
State Average
0.8%
Science
73.3%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
536:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.4%
Male
48.6%
White
82.9%
Black
10.4%
Two or more races
5.3%
Native American
<1%
Hispanic
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/17/2021
Can't even keep the class rooms open. Students unable to get educated here because theres always a reason they have to go home. They still get them tax dollars though
5.0 parent
5/2/2019
Far above our expectations!!!! Originally Perkinston was going to be a stop-gap for our family until we found “the perfect school.” Now we know this is exactly where our son is supposed to be. The admin, teachers and support staff have become like family to us.
1.0 parent
5/3/2016
My child had a life threatening food allergy and PES doesn't take it seriously enough. Last year, my child's teacher brought cookies into the classroom that she knew my child couldn't eat...when I confronted her, she said, "I knew he couldn't have them, but I just really wanted a cookie." I couldnt...
5.0 parent
4/28/2015
They have the best staff I have seen. They all pull together and get a problem solve. Outstanding teachers at this school, along with great custodians who keep the school very clean for all the kids and staff.

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Perkinston Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Perkinston, MS and is served by the Stone County School District in Mississippi. The school has a total enrollment of 536 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 56% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Perkinston Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Gateway Christian Academy, West Wortham Elementary/Middle School, South Forrest Attendance Center, and more. Learn more about what Perkinston has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Perkinston Elementary School.

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