Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Woolmarket Elementary 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 70% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Woolmarket Elementary School serves the southeast part of Biloxi, MS, covering an area of approximately 19.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woolmarket Elementary 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
Woolmarket Elementary School's student population of 533 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
533 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Woolmarket Elementary 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 Woolmarket Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#54 out of 795 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woolmarket Elementary School's ranking?
Woolmarket Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Woolmarket Elementary School often compared to?
Woolmarket Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Bay Elementary School, North Woolmarket Elementary And Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Woolmarket Elementary School?
533 students attend Woolmarket Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Woolmarket Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woolmarket Elementary School?
Woolmarket Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woolmarket Elementary School offer ?
Woolmarket Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Woolmarket Elementary School part of?
Woolmarket Elementary School is part of Harrison County School District.
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