Serving 326 students in grades 1-4, Gorenflo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gorenflo Elementary School serves the eastern part of Biloxi, MS, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point about 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorenflo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gorenflo Elementary School's student population of 326 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gorenflo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gorenflo Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#250 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
45%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
13%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)23%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Gorenflo Elementary School's ranking?
Gorenflo Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Gorenflo Elementary School?
326 students attend Gorenflo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Gorenflo Elementary School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gorenflo Elementary School?
Gorenflo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gorenflo Elementary School offer ?
Gorenflo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gorenflo Elementary School part of?
Gorenflo Elementary School is part of Biloxi Public School District.
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