Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Bolivar Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Bolivar Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Fulfilling The Promise of Every Child!
School Rankings
West Bolivar Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Bolivar Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#771 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-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 West Bolivar Elementary School's ranking?
West Bolivar Elementary School is ranked #771 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Bolivar Elementary School?
242 students attend West Bolivar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Bolivar Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bolivar Elementary School?
West Bolivar Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Bolivar Elementary School offer ?
West Bolivar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bolivar Elementary School part of?
West Bolivar Elementary School is part of West Bolivar Consolidated School District.
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