Serving 638 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bayou View Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bayou View Elementary School serves the northeast part of Gulfport, MS, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayou View 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
Bayou View Elementary School's student population of 638 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Bayou View Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayou View Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2 out of 795 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
42%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
75%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
Showing 2010–2020. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayou View Elementary School's ranking?
Bayou View Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Bayou View Elementary School often compared to?
Bayou View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anniston Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Bayou View Elementary School?
638 students attend Bayou View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Bayou View Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayou View Elementary School?
Bayou View Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bayou View Elementary School offer ?
Bayou View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayou View Elementary School part of?
Bayou View Elementary School is part of Gulfport School District.
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