Serving 600 students in grades 4-5, St. Martin Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Martin Upper Elementary serves the southwest part of the Ocean Springs, MS school district, encompassing an area of approximately 81.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edges located up to 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Martin Upper Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Martin Upper 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 St. Martin Upper Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#327 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Upper Elementary School's ranking?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are St. Martin Upper Elementary School often compared to?
St. Martin Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Springs Upper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend St. Martin Upper Elementary School?
600 students attend St. Martin Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of St. Martin Upper Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Martin Upper Elementary School?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Martin Upper Elementary School offer ?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Martin Upper Elementary School part of?
St. Martin Upper Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.
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