Pelahatchie Elementary
385 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Pelahatchie Elementary School, located on Brooks Street in Pelahatchie, Mississippi, serves as a primary educational pillar within the Rankin County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the foundational skills necessary for student success. By prioritizing a well-rounded curriculum, the institution aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of middle school and beyond, utilizing both classroom instruction and various extracurricular opportunities to engage young learners.
As part of the broader Rankin County School District, Pelahatchie Elementary benefits from district-wide resources and standards designed to maintain high educational expectations. The school maintains a strong connection with the local community, emphasizing the importance of partnership between educators, parents, and families. Through their official website, the school provides parents and stakeholders with access to essential resources, including academic calendars, faculty contact information, and updates on district policies, ensuring clear communication and transparency as they work toward student excellence.
As part of the broader Rankin County School District, Pelahatchie Elementary benefits from district-wide resources and standards designed to maintain high educational expectations. The school maintains a strong connection with the local community, emphasizing the importance of partnership between educators, parents, and families. Through their official website, the school provides parents and stakeholders with access to essential resources, including academic calendars, faculty contact information, and updates on district policies, ensuring clear communication and transparency as they work toward student excellence.
385
Total Students
30.7
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 259 |
| Hispanic | 23 |
| Black | 75 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 24 |
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White259 (67.3%)
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Black75 (19.5%)
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Two or More24 (6.2%)
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Hispanic23 (6.0%)
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Asian4 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Rankin County School District |
| Phone: | (601)854-8060 |
| Website: | http://www.rcsd.ms/~web46/ |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 385 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 227 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 45 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
19
Kindergarten
52
Grade 1
56
Grade 2
53
Grade 3
54
Grade 4
54
Grade 5
48
Grade 6
49
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 19 |
| Kindergarten | 52 |
| Grade 1 | 56 |
| Grade 2 | 53 |
| Grade 3 | 54 |
| Grade 4 | 54 |
| Grade 5 | 48 |
| Grade 6 | 49 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 193 | 50.1% |
| Male | 192 | 49.9% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
686 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th