Serving 342 students in grades 3-5, Escatawpa Upper 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 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moss Point Escatawpa Upper Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 157 square miles in Moss Point, MS. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Escatawpa Upper Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
Thoughtful Inspiring Goal-Setting Engaging & Responsible Students Ready for Success!
School Rankings
Escatawpa Upper 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 Escatawpa Upper Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#623 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
64%
45%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escatawpa Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Escatawpa Upper Elementary School is ranked #623 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Escatawpa Upper Elementary School?
342 students attend Escatawpa Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Escatawpa Upper Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escatawpa Upper Elementary School?
Escatawpa Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Escatawpa Upper Elementary School offer ?
Escatawpa Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Escatawpa Upper Elementary School part of?
Escatawpa Upper Elementary School is part of Moss Point School District.
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