Serving 844 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Wortham Elementary And Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Wortham Elementary and Middle serves the northwest part of Saucier, MS, covering an area of approximately 56.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Wortham Elementary And Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Wortham Elementary And Middle School's student population of 844 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
844 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
West Wortham Elementary And Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Wortham Elementary And Middle School is 0.32, 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
#69 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Wortham Elementary And Middle School's ranking?
West Wortham Elementary And Middle School is ranked #69 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Wortham Elementary And Middle School often compared to?
West Wortham Elementary And Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saucier Elementary School, Pass Christian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Wortham Elementary And Middle School?
844 students attend West Wortham Elementary And Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of West Wortham Elementary And Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Wortham Elementary And Middle School?
West Wortham Elementary And Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Wortham Elementary And Middle School offer ?
West Wortham Elementary And Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Wortham Elementary And Middle School part of?
West Wortham Elementary And Middle School is part of Harrison County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Teachers are rude to both parents and students. They need to determine why they decided to teach to begin with.
5 10/10/2025
I recommend this school because it's great and the staffs are very good the teachers here are also very well and um they have the kids to have special ed classes well then 6th grade have been doing wonderfully they will get yours soon into place where they need to be ready for 7th grade next year the teacher are great you have mr. u Mrs. Murphy Mrs.Mitchell and Mrs. Pierce
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