Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Hills 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 31% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower 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 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-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Hills Elementary School serves the northern part of Meridian, MS, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Hills Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Hills 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 Hills Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#638 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
91%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
1%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hills Elementary School's ranking?
West Hills Elementary School is ranked #638 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Hills Elementary School often compared to?
West Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lauderdale Middle School, Crestwood Elementary School, Poplar Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Hills Elementary School?
423 students attend West Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Hills Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hills Elementary School?
West Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Hills Elementary School offer ?
West Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hills Elementary School part of?
West Hills Elementary School is part of Meridian School District.
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