Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Hills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hills Elementary School's student population of 474 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Hills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hills Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#653 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
94%
47%
White
3%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hills Elementary School's ranking?
West Hills Elementary School is ranked #653 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Hills Elementary School often compared to?
West Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lauderdale Middle School, Poplar Springs Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend West Hills Elementary School?
474 students attend West Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Hills Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hills Elementary School?
West Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Hills Elementary School offer ?
West Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Hills Elementary School part of?
West Hills Elementary School is part of Meridian Public Schools School District.
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