Serving 1,271 students in grades 4-6, Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School's student population of 1,271 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Rankings
Ocean Springs Upper 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 Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
14%
47%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin Upper Elementary School, Singing River Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School?
1,271 students attend Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School?
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School part of?
Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School is part of Ocean Springs School District.
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