Summary:
The Poplarville Separate School District in Mississippi is home to two exceptional elementary schools: Poplarville Lower Elementary School (grades PK-2) and Poplarville Upper Elementary School (grades 3-5). These schools consistently deliver high-quality education and academic outcomes, as evidenced by their strong performance within the district and the state.
Both Poplarville Lower Elementary School and Poplarville Upper Elementary School are standout performers, with the district itself ranked 12th out of 130 districts in Mississippi and rated 5 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger. Poplarville Upper Elementary School has seen a steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 185th out of 377 schools in 2022-2023 to 82nd out of 383 schools in 2024-2025, with a 4-star rating. Academically, the schools consistently outperform the state average in MAAP (Mississippi Academic Assessment Program) test scores for English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, with Poplarville Upper Elementary School's proficiency rates significantly higher than the state averages.
While the schools have a relatively low student-to-teacher ratio, they also serve a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This suggests that the district is effectively serving students from various socioeconomic backgrounds. However, the high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.9% at both schools is an area that may require further investigation and targeted interventions to address the underlying causes and improve student attendance.
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