Serving 747 students in grades 4-5, Eastside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Eastside Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Clinton, MS school district, encompassing approximately 134.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching a maximum of 18.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside 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
Eastside Elementary School's student population of 747 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Eastside 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 Eastside Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
51%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
33%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-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 Eastside Elementary School's ranking?
Eastside Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Eastside Elementary School often compared to?
Eastside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Eastside Elementary School?
747 students attend Eastside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Eastside Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eastside Elementary School?
Eastside Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eastside Elementary School offer ?
Eastside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Elementary School part of?
Eastside Elementary School is part of Clinton Public School District.
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