Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pass Christian Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Pass Christian Elementary serves the southern part of Pass Christian, MS, covering an area of approximately 13.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pass Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pass Christian Elementary School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence
School Rankings
Pass Christian Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pass Christian Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#262 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
38%
45%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pass Christian Elementary School's ranking?
Pass Christian Elementary School is ranked #262 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pass Christian Elementary School often compared to?
Pass Christian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quarles Elementary School, Pineville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pass Christian Elementary School?
378 students attend Pass Christian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Pass Christian Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pass Christian Elementary School?
Pass Christian Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pass Christian Elementary School offer ?
Pass Christian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pass Christian Elementary School part of?
Pass Christian Elementary School is part of Pass Christian School District.
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