Very Good
#242 of 863 schools in MS
Top 28% in state
Back Bay Elementary School
Elementary School · BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
340 St. Mary Blvd., Biloxi, MS 39531
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#242 of 863
In Biloxi
#7 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Back Bay Elementary School
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About Back Bay Elementary School
Back Bay Elementary School is a public elementary school in Biloxi, MS, part of BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Back Bay Elementary School serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Back Bay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #242 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Back Bay Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- MS avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Back Bay Elementary School — Students at Back Bay Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from MS state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Back Bay Elementary School Compares
See how Back Bay Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
340 St. Mary Blvd., Biloxi, MS 39531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Back Bay Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NICHOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 5.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Biloxi, see our Biloxi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BILOXI UPPER ELEMENTARY Biloxi | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Biloxi | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BILOXI HIGH SCHOOL Biloxi | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BILOXI JUNIOR HIGH Biloxi | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| NATIVITY BVM CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| NORTH BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| POPPS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| DIBERVILLE ELEM Diberville | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GORENFLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| NICHOLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 3.2 mi | 9.7 |
| DIBERVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Diberville | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Diberville | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARTIN N ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| GULF OAKS THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Biloxi | 3.9 mi | — |
| ANNISTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WOOLMARKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Biloxi | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ocean Springs | 6.3 mi | 5.8 |
| TREEHOUSE MONTESSORI CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ocean Springs | 6.3 mi | 6.4 |
| DIBERVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCH Biloxi | 7.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,599
Median Home Value
$193,700
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
Population
19,045
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
37.7%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
35.6
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|---|---|
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL Pascagoula, MS | 7.4 |
| CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, MS | 7.4 |
| FLOWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Flowood, MS | 7.4 |
| HIGHLAND BLUFF ELEMENTARY Brandon, MS | 7.4 |
| MAMIE MARTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven, MS | 7.4 |
| PEARL UPPER SCHOOL Pearl, MS | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Back Bay Elementary School
What grades does Back Bay Elementary School serve?
Back Bay Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Back Bay Elementary School?
Back Bay Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Back Bay Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Back Bay Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Back Bay Elementary School rank in MS?
Back Bay Elementary School ranks #242 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Back Bay Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Back Bay Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Back Bay Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Back Bay Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Back Bay Elementary School a charter school?
No, Back Bay Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Back Bay Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Back Bay Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Back Bay Elementary School?
68.1% of students at Back Bay Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 536
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (228) 436-5110
Resources & Links
District
BILOXI PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 5,764
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,206
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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