Serving 539 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northshore Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Northshore Elementary serves the northern part of Brandon, MS, covering an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northshore 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
Northshore Elementary School's student population of 539 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northshore Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northshore Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2 out of 795 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northshore Elementary School's ranking?
Northshore Elementary School is ranked #2 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northshore Elementary School often compared to?
Northshore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Bluff Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Northshore Elementary School?
539 students attend Northshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Northshore Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northshore Elementary School?
Northshore Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northshore Elementary School offer ?
Northshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northshore Elementary School part of?
Northshore Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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