Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pass Road 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pass Road Elementary School serves the southeast part of Gulfport, MS, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pass Road Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pass Road 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 Road Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#271 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
15%
7%
Black
59%
45%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
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 Pass Road Elementary School's ranking?
Pass Road Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Pass Road Elementary School often compared to?
Pass Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bayou View Elementary School, Anniston 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Pass Road Elementary School?
377 students attend Pass Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Pass Road Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pass Road Elementary School?
Pass Road Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pass Road Elementary School offer ?
Pass Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pass Road Elementary School part of?
Pass Road Elementary School is part of Gulfport School District.
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