Serving 389 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, William J. Berry 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 47% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: William J Berry Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Heidelberg, MS, covering approximately 330.9 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 13.6 miles, extending up to 27.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
William J. Berry Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
William J. Berry 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 William J. Berry Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#497 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
40%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
85%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-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 William J. Berry Elementary School's ranking?
William J. Berry Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend William J. Berry Elementary School?
389 students attend William J. Berry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of William J. Berry Elementary School students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William J. Berry Elementary School?
William J. Berry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does William J. Berry Elementary School offer ?
William J. Berry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William J. Berry Elementary School part of?
William J. Berry Elementary School is part of East Jasper School District.
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