Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Side 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 37% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Side Elementary School serves the southeast part of Picayune, MS, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Side Elementary School's student population of 444 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Side 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 Side Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#548 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
25%
45%
White
60%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #548 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 Elementary School, South Side Upper 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Side Elementary School?
444 students attend West Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of West Side Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Elementary School part of?
West Side Elementary School is part of Picayune School District.
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