Northside Elementary School

451 Arrow Drive
Clinton, MS 39056
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 710 students in grades 2-3, Northside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 2-3
  • Enrollment: 710 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Top 5% in MS
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:

School Overview

Northside Elementary School's student population of 710 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 27, 2026
School Motto
Excellence is the Only Option

School Rankings

Northside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MS)
#25 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
78%
52%
68%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
52%
47%
White
34%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
710 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northside Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Clinton Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 2-3
  • Enrollment: 710 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education

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