LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tupelo Public School District school district, located in Tupelo, MS with about 524 students offering grade levels from 2nd 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 37 teachers, LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Tupelo, Mississippi, is a key component of the Tupelo Public School District. Serving students in the primary grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to balance rigorous classroom instruction with the social and emotional development of its students. By leveraging the resources of the larger Tupelo school system, Lawhon works to provide a foundation for lifelong learning and personal growth within the local community.

The school is deeply integrated into the Tupelo area, maintaining a strong commitment to academic excellence and student success. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking among its young learners. With a focus on inclusive practices and community involvement, Lawhon Elementary seeks to create a welcoming atmosphere where both students and faculty can thrive, ultimately preparing children for the transition to intermediate and middle school levels.

For more information, contact LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (662) 841-8910 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

140 Lake Street
Tupelo, MS 38804
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LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tupelo, MS with about 524 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
524
Teachers:
37.61
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
2nd Grade
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 524 students

Black or African American
55.9%
White
31.1%
Hispanic/Latino
5.0%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian
3.2%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

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.