Serving 345 students in grades 3-5, North Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Bay 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
North Bay Elementary School's student population of 345 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Bay Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#137 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
20%
47%
White
65%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Bay Elementary School's ranking?
North Bay Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are North Bay Elementary School often compared to?
North Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waveland Elementary School, Hancock North Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend North Bay Elementary School?
345 students attend North Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of North Bay Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Bay Elementary School?
North Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Bay Elementary School offer ?
North Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is North Bay Elementary School part of?
North Bay Elementary School is part of Bay St Louis Waveland School Dist School District.
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