EAST CENTRAL LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

EAST CENTRAL LOWER ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jackson County School District school district, located in Moss Point, MS with about 527 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 29 teachers, EAST CENTRAL LOWER ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

EAST CENTRAL LOWER ELEMENTARY, located in Moss Point, Mississippi, is a public school serving the youngest learners within the Jackson County School District. As a "lower" elementary facility, the school is specifically designed to provide a foundational educational experience, typically catering to students in the earliest grades (often Pre-K through 2nd grade) as they transition into the primary school system. The school focuses on building essential literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills in a supportive environment tailored to the developmental needs of young children.

As part of the Jackson County School District, the school emphasizes a structured curriculum that aligns with state academic standards while fostering a sense of community. The campus on Highway 614 serves as a central hub for families in the East Central area, prioritizing early childhood education as the cornerstone for long-term academic success. Through its programs and faculty, EAST CENTRAL LOWER ELEMENTARY strives to create a nurturing atmosphere that prepares students for the rigors of upper elementary school and beyond.

For more information, contact EAST CENTRAL LOWER ELEMENTARY at (228) 588-7060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.