Serving 190 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 190 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
West 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 Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#437 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
48%
45%
White
52%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellow Jackets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sudduth Elementary School, Henderson Ward Stewart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
190 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West Elementary School students are White, and 48% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District.
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