VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jackson County School District school district, located in Vancleave, MS with about 541 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY, located in Vancleave, Mississippi, serves as a key educational institution within the Jackson County School District. The school typically focuses on upper elementary grade levels (generally grades 3–5), acting as a bridge between primary education and middle school. It is situated along Highway 57, positioning it as a central community hub for families in the Vancleave area.

The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. By utilizing a mix of traditional instruction and digital resources—reflected in its active web presence—the school aims to prepare students for the academic rigors of higher grade levels. The campus reflects the values of the surrounding Jackson County community, prioritizing student engagement, teacher collaboration, and parent involvement to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.

For more information, contact VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY at (228) 826-4581 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

13901 Hwy 57
Vancleave, MS 39565
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VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Vancleave, MS with about 541 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
541
Teachers:
34.21
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 541 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending VANCLEAVE UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.

White
91.9%
Black or African American
3.9%
Hispanic/Latino
2.2%
Two or more races
1.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.