Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Woodley Elementary School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Woodley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodley Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#216 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
21%
5%
Black
62%
47%
White
12%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodley Elementary School's ranking?
Woodley Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Woodley Elementary School?
461 students attend Woodley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Woodley Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodley Elementary School?
Woodley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodley Elementary School offer ?
Woodley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodley Elementary School part of?
Woodley Elementary School is part of Hattiesburg Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodley Elementary School located?
Woodley Elementary School is located in the Parkhaven neighborhood of Hattiesburg, MS.
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