Serving 100 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Beach Elementary School serves the southeastern part of Pascagoula, MS, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Beach Elementary School's student population of 100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Motto
'Education for Excellence'
School Rankings
Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beach Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#21 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
10%
45%
White
80%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Beach Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Beach Elementary School?
100 students attend Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Beach Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beach Elementary School?
Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Beach Elementary School offer ?
Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beach Elementary School part of?
Beach Elementary School is part of Pascagoula-Gautier School District.
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