Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Side Elementary School ranks in the top 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 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Side Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#396 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
26%
47%
White
63%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Elementary School's ranking?
West Side Elementary School is ranked #396 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Side Elementary School often compared to?
West Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roseland Park Elementary School, Pearl River Central Elementar, South Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
391 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Elementary School?
West Side Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Side Elementary School offer ?
West Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of Picayune School District.
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