Best Schools in Waveland, Mississippi
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$216,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$216,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $60,368
- Median home value
- $216,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Waveland compares
Median household income
$60k
116% of Mississippi median
About Schools in Waveland, Mississippi
Waveland, Mississippi is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Waveland perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Waveland is Waveland Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waveland is served by 1 school district: BAY ST LOUIS WAVELAND SCHOOL DIST. These districts collectively serve 1,678 students.
Waveland's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,368. The poverty rate in the area is 10.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 329 students · Pre-K–1st | 7.7 |
Schools in Waveland
Waveland, Mississippi · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,368
Median Home Value
$216,200
Median Rent
$722/mo
Population
6,249
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Community Profile
Waveland has a median household income of $60,368. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $216,200, with a median rent of $722/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.2%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Waveland, Mississippi
How many schools are in Waveland, Mississippi?
Waveland has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waveland, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waveland is 7.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Waveland, Mississippi?
Waveland is served by 1 school district: Bay St Louis Waveland School Dist.
What is the education level in Waveland, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Waveland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waveland, Mississippi?
The median household income in Waveland is approximately $60,368 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waveland, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waveland is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waveland, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.