What grades does LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the JACKSON area.

Where is LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a urban school in JACKSON, MS.

What is the student-teacher ratio at LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is 12:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in JACKSON, MS?

Schools in JACKSON include LESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the JACKSON area.

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JACKSON, MS 39204

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Wed

Midterm Progress ReportsEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Thu

Teacher PD Day (80% Day)half_dayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Nov

Fri

Teacher PD Day (No Students)Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Nov

Thu

Monthly Leadership MeetingEventDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

Monthly Leadership MeetingEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–5

Enrollment

168

Student:Teacher

12:1

Locale

Urban

District

JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(601)371-4339

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

6-9%

Chronic Absenteeism

14.3%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

8 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.5:1

Worse than average in MS

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

191

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

11.6

100% fully certified

Counselors

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,713

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,500

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$16,614

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 30%State 39%Local 32%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

33.8%

Below 150% poverty line

8.0%

Unemployment rate

12.5%

Uninsured residents

11.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,298

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,218

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

615 (28%)

Other Health Impairment

446 (20%)

Intellectual Disability

273 (12%)

Speech/Language Impairment

266 (12%)

Autism

230 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

83 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

168

Current enrollment

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 11, 2026

Midterm Progress Reports

Event

Thu, Nov 12, 2026

Teacher PD Day (80% Day)

80% Day for Students

half_day

Fri, Nov 13, 2026

Teacher PD Day (No Students)

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Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lester Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Midterm Progress ReportsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	PD for Teachers (80% Day)District-wide Early dismissal - 80% Day for Students	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	Teacher PD Day (No Students)District-wide Review the school calendar for the full schedule of this event.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day HolidayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Sep 24, 2026	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	1st Nine Weeks EndsDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the grading period end date and any related deadlines.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	2nd Nine Weeks BeginsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Midterm Progress ReportsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Nov 12, 2026	Teacher PD Day (80% Day)District-wide 80% Day for Students	half_day	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	Teacher PD Day (No Students)District-wide Review the school calendar for the full schedule of this event.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Nov 19, 2026	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	2nd Nine Weeks Ends / 1st Semester EndsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher PD Day (No Students)District-wide Review the school calendar for the full schedule of this event.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Students Return / 3rd Nine Weeks BeginsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	2nd Term Report Cards IssuedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Dr. MLK, Jr. Holiday ObservedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Thu, Jan 28, 2027	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Teacher PD Day (No Students)District-wide Review the school calendar for the full schedule of this event.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	3rd Nine Weeks EndsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Mar 18, 2027	4th Nine Weeks BeginsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Good Friday (No School)District-wide Review the school calendar for holiday observance details.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Easter Monday (No School)District-wide Review the school calendar for holiday closure dates.	Holiday	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	3rd Nine Weeks Report Cards IssuedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Midterm Progress ReportsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Thu, Apr 22, 2027	Monthly Leadership MeetingDistrict-wide Review the meeting notice for agenda items and attendance details.	Event	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Last Day of School for Students / 4th Nine Weeks EndsDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	High School GraduationsDistrict-wide Review the graduation notice for ceremony details and attendance information.	Event	—
Tue, May 25, 2027	Last Day for TeachersDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Final Report Cards MailedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Summer SchoolDistrict-wide Review the Summer School program notice for course offerings and enrollment details.	Event	—
Fri, Jun 18, 2027	Juneteenth Holiday (Observed)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jun 29, 2027	Summer School GraduationDistrict-wide	Event	—