Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-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 82% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 1%)
- 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
School Overview
Northshore Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northshore Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northshore Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#4 out of 805 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
15%
47%
White
79%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
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 #4 out of 805 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend Northshore Elementary School?
549 students attend Northshore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Northshore Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northshore Elementary School offer ?
Northshore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Northshore Elementary School part of?
Northshore Elementary School is part of Rankin Co School Dist School District.
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