Serving 627 students in grades 4-5, St Martin Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St Martin Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St Martin Upper Elementary School's student population of 627 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St Martin Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St Martin Upper Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
19%
47%
White
61%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St Martin Upper Elementary School's ranking?
St Martin Upper Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St Martin Upper Elementary School often compared to?
St Martin Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend St Martin Upper Elementary School?
627 students attend St Martin Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of St Martin Upper Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St Martin Upper Elementary School?
St Martin Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does St Martin Upper Elementary School offer ?
St Martin Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is St Martin Upper Elementary School part of?
St Martin Upper Elementary School is part of Jackson Co School Dist School District.
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