Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Arlington 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlington Heights Elementary School serves the eastern part of Pascagoula, MS, encompassing an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlington Elementary School's student population of 333 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Panthers are positive role models Aiming for high success, Never giving up, Trying our best, Helping others in every way Exceeding expectations daily while Respecting our Successful peers
School Rankings
Arlington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#425 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Elementary School is ranked #425 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Arlington Elementary School often compared to?
Arlington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beach Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Arlington Elementary School?
333 students attend Arlington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Arlington Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Elementary School?
Arlington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Arlington Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Elementary School part of?
Arlington Elementary School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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