School Overview
Pierce Street Elementary School, located at 1008 Pierce Street in Tupelo, Mississippi, serves as a cornerstone of the Tupelo Public School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive academic environment where students in their formative years can build a strong foundation for future learning. With a commitment to academic excellence and character development, the faculty and staff work to provide a balanced curriculum that encourages both intellectual curiosity and personal growth within the local community.

The school emphasizes a student-centered approach, utilizing the resources and academic standards provided by the Tupelo Public School District to ensure all children meet their potential. Through a blend of rigorous instruction and community engagement, Pierce Street Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while creating a safe, nurturing space that values diversity and collaborative learning. Families interested in specific programs, extracurricular offerings, or enrollment details can find further information on the school’s official website at http://www.tupeloschools.com/pierce.
345
Total Students
30.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pierce Street Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White115
Hispanic36
Black177
Asian7
Two or More9
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    177 (51.3%)
  • White
    115 (33.3%)
  • Hispanic
    36 (10.4%)
  • Two or More
    9 (2.6%)
  • Asian
    7 (2.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
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: Tupelo Public School District
Phone: (662)841-8940
Website: http://www.tupeloschools.com
Grade Range: 3rd - 5th
Total Students: 345
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.3
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 193
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 36
Grades Taught
Grade 3 126
Grade 4 113
Grade 5 106

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pierce Street Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Grade 3126
Grade 4113
Grade 5106
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pierce Street Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17550.7%
Male17049.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)