Serving 428 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 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Hills Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcats
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 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#638 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
92%
47%
White
1%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
428 students attend West Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Hills Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 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 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
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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