Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West 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 38% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 569 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
569 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
4%
Black
75%
47%
White
12%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
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 West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #447 out of 805 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
569 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of West Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Gulfport School Dist School District.
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