Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, St. Martin North 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Martin N Elementary School serves the southwest part of Biloxi, MS, covering an area of approximately 81.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 13.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Martin North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
St. Martin North Elementary School's student population of 537 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Martin North Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Martin North Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#128 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Martin North Elementary School's ranking?
St. Martin North Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin North Elementary School often compared to?
St. Martin North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Martin East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend St. Martin North Elementary School?
537 students attend St. Martin North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of St. Martin North Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Martin North Elementary School?
St. Martin North Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Martin North Elementary School offer ?
St. Martin North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin North Elementary School part of?
St. Martin North Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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