Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bay Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BAY SPRINGS ELEM SCH serves the northern part of its school district in Bay Springs, MS, covering an area of approximately 264.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 17.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bay Springs Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Chasing Excellence by Moving Forward... Together
School Rankings
Bay Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Springs Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#229 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)18.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Bay Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Springs Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bay Springs Elementary School?
370 students attend Bay Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Bay Springs Elementary School students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bay Springs Elementary School?
Bay Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bay Springs Elementary School offer ?
Bay Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bay Springs Elementary School part of?
Bay Springs Elementary School is part of West Jasper School District.
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