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#557 of 863 schools in MS
Central Elem
Elementary School · GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
1043 Pass Road, Gulfport, MS 39501
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#557 of 863
In Gulfport
#16 of 22
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Central Elem
Elementary School in Gulfport · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Central Elem
Central Elem is a public elementary school in Gulfport, MS, part of GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST. Central Elem serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #557 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Central Elem show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Central Elem were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Central Elem — Students at Central Elem score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 33 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: 7.6/10.
How Central Elem Compares
See how Central Elem 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
1043 Pass Road, Gulfport, MS 39501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ANNISTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gulfport, see our Gulfport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARRISON CO CHILD DEVELOPMENT CEN Gulfport | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| PASS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BAYOU VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| GULFPORT HIGH SCHOOL Gulfport | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| BAYOU VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| NORTH GULFPORT ELEMENTARY AND MIDDL Gulfport | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| GULFPORT CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gulfport | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| TWENTY EIGHTH ST ELEM Gulfport | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ANNISTON AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| CROSSROADS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BEL AIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gulfport | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport | 4.5 mi | 7.9 |
| GULF OAKS THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Biloxi | 4.2 mi | — |
| HARRISON CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 4.8 mi | 8.3 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Gulfport | 5.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ORANGE GROVE ELEMENTARY Gulfport | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| LONG BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Long Beach | 5.0 mi | 5.7 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach | 5.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$33,491
Median Home Value
$115,300
Median Rent
$962/mo
Population
23,178
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
38.9%
Avg Commute
17.9 min
Poverty Rate
36.6%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, MS | 5.8 |
| BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven, MS | 5.7 |
| BURNSVILLE ELEMENTARY Burnsville, MS | 5.7 |
| EVA GORDON LOWER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Magnolia, MS | 5.7 |
| RICHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richton, MS | 5.7 |
| IUKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Iuka, MS | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Elem
What grades does Central Elem serve?
Central Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Central Elem?
Central Elem has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Elem is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Elem rank in MS?
Central Elem ranks #557 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Central Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Central Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Elem has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Central Elem a charter school?
No, Central Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Elem a Title I school?
No, Central Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Elem?
99.4% of students at Central Elem 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (228) 865-4642
Resources & Links
District
GULFPORT SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 6,084
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,784
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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