Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anniston Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Anniston Avenue Elementary School serves the eastern part of Gulfport, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anniston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Anniston Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anniston Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anniston Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
20%
7%
Black
36%
45%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anniston Elementary School's ranking?
Anniston Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Anniston Elementary School often compared to?
Anniston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayou View Elementary School, 28th Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Anniston Elementary School?
482 students attend Anniston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Anniston Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anniston Elementary School?
Anniston Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anniston Elementary School offer ?
Anniston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Anniston Elementary School part of?
Anniston Elementary School is part of Gulfport School District.
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